Have you ever experienced pain that radiates from your lower back down to your legs? If so, then you may be familiar with vertebral compression fractures (VCF) – an often painful and sometimes debilitating condition. The good news is that there are treatments available for VCF sufferers: the … [Read more...] about Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty: Things to Know
How Kyphoplasty Transforms the Lives of Those with Compression Fractures
Compression fractures are a common injury in the elderly population. They can develop due to falls, osteoporosis, or other causes. Compression fractures occur when bone density is lost around the fractured area, which increases the risk for further fractures if left untreated. Kyphoplasty is an … [Read more...] about How Kyphoplasty Transforms the Lives of Those with Compression Fractures
Kyphoplasty: Procedure and Recovery
A vertebral fracture or a break in one of the spinal vertebrae is a condition that can make it difficult for individuals to move freely. When a vertebral break occurs the bone fragments may rub against each other, resulting in debilitating pain. In this article, we will discuss a minimally-invasive … [Read more...] about Kyphoplasty: Procedure and Recovery
Kyphoplasty: What it is & How it’s Used
A vertebral fracture or a break in one of the spinal vertebrae is a condition that can make it difficult for individuals to move freely. When a vertebral break occurs the bone fragments may rub against each other, resulting in debilitating pain. In this article, we will discuss a minimally-invasive … [Read more...] about Kyphoplasty: What it is & How it’s Used
Kyphoplasty
A vertebral fracture or a break in one of the spinal vertebrae is a condition that can make it difficult for individuals to move freely. When a vertebral break occurs the bone fragments may rub against each other, resulting in debilitating pain. In this article, we will discuss a minimally-invasive … [Read more...] about Kyphoplasty
Compression Fractures and Osteoporosis
As we age, our bones get weak, thin, and prone to diseases such as osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a medical condition where your bones become fragile and weak. This is typically because of hormonal changes, loss of tissue, or calcium and vitamin deficiency. Osteoporosis can go unnoticed for … [Read more...] about Compression Fractures and Osteoporosis