Osteoporosis Videos

Osteoporosis: Diagnosis and Treatment of Painful Spine Fractures

spine-health — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 13:43:45 -0800

Dr. Jeffrey Spivak discusses sudden onset of acute or severe back pain and when you should be concerned that the new pain is related to or caused by a spinal fracture. He makes recommendations about how long to wait before seeing a doctor, and what kinds of tests should be performed once you do go to your physician. In the second video, he discusses treatment options once you have been diagnosed with a spinal fracture.

Vertebroplasty Interactive Video

spine-health — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 11:19:45 -0800

Vertebroplasty is a minimally invasive procedure used to stabilize a spinal fracture and stop the pain caused by the fracture. The procedure is performed through a small puncture in the patient’s skin. This video provides step-by-step information on the vertebroplasty procedure.

Kyphoplasty: Osteoporosis Fracture Treatment

spine-health — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 11:19:43 -0800

Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used for treating vertebral fractures resulting from osteoporosis. This interactive video takes you step by step through kyphoplasty spine surgery.

Kyphosis Video: What is Kyphosis?

spine-health — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 11:16:46 -0800

Kyphosis, or “dowager’s hump,” is an unnatural curving of the upper back that creates a hunchback appearance in the posture, often associated with osteoporosis.This interactive video explains what kyphosis is, and how it affects spinal anatomy.

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