An example device for the fixation and support of bone bodies includes a
base member for implantation into a patient at a location between two
bone bodies. The base member of the device includes an enclosed chamber
for receiving fusion material and apertures for receiving bone fasteners
that can be embedded into the adjacent bone bodies. The device further
includes protrusions extending from the base member, wherein the
protrusions are configured for engagement with one or more bone bodes
upon implantation and for progressive penetration into at least one bone
body over a period of time subsequent to the implantation.