Kyphoplasty: Minimally Invasive Treatment for Spinal Fractures

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Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty are minimally invasive treatments designed to stabilize painful spinal fractures caused by osteoporosis, trauma, or tumors, providing rapid pain relief and restoring spinal stability.

What are Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty?

• Vertebroplasty involves injecting medical-grade bone cement directly into the fractured vertebra to stabilize it and reduce pain.

• Kyphoplasty is similar but includes an additional step where a balloon is first inserted and inflated to restore the height and shape of the collapsed vertebra before cement injection.

Both procedures are performed through small skin punctures under imaging guidance, usually under local or general anesthesia.

Who Can Benefit?

These minimally invasive treatments are ideal for patients with:

• Osteoporotic compression fractures causing severe back pain

• Vertebral fractures due to trauma or tumors

• Fractures that do not improve with conservative treatment like rest or medications

• Loss of vertebral height leading to spinal deformity

Benefits of Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty

• Rapid and significant pain relief

• Minimally invasive with small incisions and short procedure time

• Quick recovery and early mobilization

• Restoration of vertebral height (in kyphoplasty) helping improve posture

• Reduced risk of further vertebral collapse

What to Expect During and After the Procedure

The procedure typically takes less than an hour. Most patients experience immediate pain relief and can return home the same day or after a short hospital stay. Dr. Midhun Jose will provide guidance on post-procedure care and osteoporosis management to prevent future fractures.

Why Choose Expert Care?

Precision and expertise are crucial to ensure the safety and effectiveness of vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty. With advanced training and experience, Dr. Midhun Jose offers these treatments with the highest standards of care for optimal patient outcomes.

If you suffer from painful spinal fractures, consult Dr. Midhun Jose to see if vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty is the right treatment for you.