Kyphoplasty

Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that stabilizes and restores height loss resulting from a spinal compression fracture.

Kyphoplasty is a treatment option for:

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Benefits of Kyphoplasty:

Provides long-term relief of pain resulting from a spinal compression fracture.
Restoration of vertebral height.
Minimally invasive procedure that can be performed in the office using light sedation.
Minimal downtime. Some patients experience immediate pain relief.

What To Expect

Here’s what to expect with kyphoplasty.

Preparation

Kyphoplasty is an outpatient procedure that uses local anesthesia. Food and drink are prohibited eight hours before your appointment time.

Treatment

During a kyphoplasty, you will be positioned face down on your stomach, and a local anesthetic will be administered. The physician will use real-time fluoroscopic guidance throughout the procedure. A small incision will be made in your lower back. The physician will first insert a small balloon that will be inflated to raise the collapsed vertebrae back to its original height. The space is then filled with fast-drying bone cement, which immediately stabilizes the fracture. The incision will then be closed.

Recovery

Discharge instructions may vary, but because the procedure doesn’t require any stitches, sutures, or staples, most patients can return to regular activity the following day.

Is A Kyphoplasty Right For You?

To learn more about kyphoplasty and if you might be a good candidate, fill out the form below to schedule a consultation.