The present application is directed to vertebral implant systems and
methods of using the systems. In one embodiment, the vertebral implant
system includes first and second implants each including opposing end
plates that are independently adjustable to form an included angle. Each
implant within the system may include a different included angle to fit
within a different sized and/or shaped vertebral space. Tool engaging
features may be positioned on each end plate. The features on the
opposing end plates may be substantially parallel when the implant is
oriented at its specific included angle. The parallel orientation
provides for accurate positioning of the implant within the vertebral
space and may also assist in attaching and detaching the implant from the
insertion tool. Using the system may include determining an anatomical
angle of the vertebral space. Once the angle is determined, one of the
implants from the system is selected that best matches the anatomical
angle. The selected implant is then positioned with the contact features
being substantially parallel. The implant may then be engaged with the
insertion tool and inserted into the vertebral space.