Description

Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive orthopedic procedure used to treat painful vertebral compression fractures (VCFs) caused by osteoporosis, tumors, or trauma. Orthopedic surgeons inject bone cement into the collapsed vertebra to stabilize it, reduce pain, and restore height, often allowing for rapid recovery Key Aspects of Kyphoplasty Treatment • Procedure: A small, inflatable balloon is inserted into the fractured vertebra to create a cavity and restore its shape before filling it with bone cement. • Candidates: Ideal for patients with severe pain from VCFs that haven't responded to bracing or pain medication. It is particularly effective if the vertebra has collapsed between 30% and 70%. • Benefits: This procedure provides rapid, significant pain relief, restores mobility, and corrects spinal deformities (like kyphosis). • Recovery: Often performed as an outpatient or same-day procedure, allowing patients to resume mobility quickly