The present disclosure relates, according to some embodiments, to devices,
systems, and/or methods for delivery (e.g., controlled delivery) of a
pharmaceutical to a subject's spine. For example, the disclosure relates
to implants that provide both a mechanical function and a pharmacological
function. According to some embodiments, a spinal implant may comprise a
rigid spinal implant body having one or more recesses, one or more layers
in each of the one or more recesses, each of the one or more layers
comprising a biocompatible material and a pharmaceutically effective
amount of a pharmaceutical compound; and at least one biocompatible cap
in each of the one or more recesses. An implant may further comprise
biocompatible barriers interspersed between the layers.