Kyphoplasty
What Conditions Does This Treatment Help?
- Spinal compression fractures
- Osteoporosis-related fractures
- Fractures caused by trauma or injury
- Pain from weakened vertebrae
How Does Kyphoplasty Work?
- A small incision is made in the back
- A balloon is inserted into the fractured vertebra
- The balloon is gently inflated to restore vertebral height
- Bone cement is injected to stabilize the bone
- The cement hardens quickly, supporting the spine
What to Expect During the Procedure
Before the Procedure
- Imaging tests (X-ray, MRI, or CT scan) to confirm fracture
- Review of medical history and medications
During the Procedure
- Performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia
- Small incision is made in the back
- Balloon and cement are placed under imaging guidance
- Procedure typically takes 1–2 hours
After the Procedure
- Most patients go home the same day or next day
- Pain relief may begin quickly
- Light activity is encouraged within a few days
Benefits of Kyphoplasty
✔ Minimally invasive with small incisions
✔ Rapid pain relief in many patients
✔ Restores vertebral height and spinal alignment
✔ Improves mobility and quality of life
✔ Reduces risk of further spinal deformity
Many patients experience significant pain reduction within days of the procedure.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
You may be a candidate if you:
- Have a recent spinal compression fracture
- Experience moderate to severe back pain
- Have not improved with rest, bracing, or medications
- Have osteoporosis or weakened bones
Early treatment often leads to better outcomes.
Risks & Side Effects
- Infection or bleeding
- Cement leakage (rare)
- Nerve irritation
- Allergic reaction (rare)
When Is This Treatment Recommended?
Kyphoplasty is typically recommended when:
- Compression fractures cause persistent pain
- Conservative treatments have failed
- Pain limits mobility and quality of life
- Early intervention is needed to prevent spinal deformity
👉 It is considered a minimally invasive alternative to prolonged bed rest or more invasive spine surgery
Recovery & Results
- Many patients experience relief within 24–48 hours
- Return to light activities within a few days
- Full recovery varies depending on overall health
- Long-term improvement in mobility and posture
FAQs
Book an appointment here to learn more or call us at 913-339-9437 to schedule now.
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FAQs
Kyphoplasty can treat compression fractures of the spine, vertebral bone deformities, vertebral fractures, osteoporosis, hyperkyphosis, cancer metastasized to the spine, primary bone tumors, and pathologic fractures from multiple myeloma or lymphoma.
A small incision is made in the back, and a narrow tube is inserted to the fractured area. A balloon is inflated to restore vertebra height, then bone cement is injected to stabilize the bone.
Patients with vertebral compression fractures, osteoporosis, vertebral bone deformities, or certain spine-related cancers may be candidates for kyphoplasty.
Yes, kyphoplasty helps relieve pain caused by spinal compression and vertebral fractures.
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