TREATMENTS & PROCEDURES
Kyphoplasty
GROTH PAIN & SPINE
WHAT is a Kyphoplasty?
Kyphoplasty is a valuable treatment option for patients suffering from vertebral compression fractures of the spine. The goal of this procedure is to help restore the bones original height and shape by using a medical grade bone cement, therefore stabilizing the fracture.
Minimally Invasive
Fast, Targeted Relief
Safe, In-office Treatment
Minimal Downtime
UNDERSTANDING THE PROCEDURE
How does a Kyphoplasty work?
This minimally invasive procedure involves insertion of a small balloon into the fractured vertebrae. The balloon is then inflated to create a cavity and subsequently deflated and removed. Medical grade bone cement is then inserted into the cavity, restoring the bone’s original height and shape.
IS it right for you?
More Than a treatment: A Step Toward Relief
CONDITIONS TREATED:
Kyphoplasty is exclusively for patients with compression fractures of the vertebrae. It is extremely effective for patients suffering from acute fractures, although it can be a treatment option for those with chronic fractures if the fractures are found to be causing debilitating pain and instability despite conservative treatments. Compression fractures are most commonly caused by osteoporosis, but may also be caused by trauma or tumors of the spine.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
By restoring the vertebrae’s original height and shape, kyphoplasty does not only stabilize fractures, but alleviates the pain that they cause. This allows for improved mobility and function, a decrease in dependence on pain medications and prevention of additional compression fractures in adjacent vertebrae.
FAQS: Frequently asked questions
Kyphoplasty is an outpatient procedure, performed using small incisions and therefore creating a short recovery time of 24-48hrs. Patients will gradually be able to increase their activity over the first few days, and it is typically advised that patients avoid strenuous activity, like heavy-lifting and excessive twisting, bending and pulling for several weeks. Factors that play a role in recovery time include overall health, severity of the fracture treated and number of fractures treated.
Many patients report significant pain reduction within 48 hours of the procedure, however each case is unique and it may take up to 2 weeks to feel full improvement of pain.
Complications are rare, however, they include bone cement leakage (which can lead to nerve root or cord compression), bleeding and infection.
Groth Pain & Spine:
Guiding You From Pain To Possibility
At our practice, we don’t just treat pain, we treat people. We take time to understand your story, your symptoms, and what matters most to you. With every visit, you’ll experience thoughtful, attentive care that puts your comfort and well-being first. Because to us, you’re not just a patient, you’re part of the family.