Vertebroplasty: An Injection Procedure for Vertebral Fractures
Vertebroplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure designed to repair spine fractures caused by osteoporosis. It can help restore disc height and relieve back pain due to the vertebral fracture. This page provides an in-depth, up-to-date list of resources and information on vertebroplasty surgery topics.
Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty are minimally invasive procedures that may be used in cases of severe pain caused by a vertebral fracture that does not improve over a number of weeks with pain medication and bracing.
Osteoporosis is a thinning of the bones that causes them to become porous and fragile. It affects women more than men, is associated with aging, and progresses more rapidly after menopause. The good news is that osteoporosis is largely preventable and treatable.
Diagnosis of vertebral fractures can be a difficult process because many people don't experience symptoms. But without proper diagnosis, morbidity and mortality can result f...
Osteoporosis-related spine fractures are fairly common, especially in people over age seventy. When these fractures cause pain, a procedure called kyphoplasty may be an option...
In these two videos, Dr. Jeffrey Spivak discusses sudden acute back pain and when it could be a spine fracture, as well as treatment options for spine fractures once diagnosed...