Methods and devices are provided for delivery an orthopedic, e.g., calcium
phosphate cement to a target bone site. In practicing the subject
methods, a flowable cement composition is delivered to a target bone site
in conjunction with vibration. Also provided are the devices that deliver
a flowable cement to a target bone site according to the subject methods.
Introducing a flowable cement to a target bone site in conjunction with
vibration in accordance with the subject methods provides for highly
controlled penetration of the delivered cement throughout the target bone
site without the use of substantial pressure. The subject devices and
methods find use in a variety of different applications, and are
particularly suited for use in applications where a calcium phosphate
cement is to be delivered to cancellous tissue, e.g., as found in a
vertebral body.