Kyphoplasty in Las Vegas
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If you have been diagnosed with osteoporosis and suffer from a VCF, your back could be at risk for more fractures. Repairing the compression is important to prevent further injury or worse yet spinal cord damage! Call our office immediately if any symptoms such as pain begin creeping up the spine.
The above information should not only concern those who may develop complications due to their condition but also family members seeking treatment options so they know what risks come along with this disease.
Kyphoplasty Q & A
What is Kyphoplasty?
Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure to repair vertebral compression fractures (VCFs). The surgery stabilizes your spine, relieves pain, and restores height in the affected areas through more stable alignment of Spinous Processes with other neighboring structures. A patient should have this done within eight weeks after sustaining VCFs as it offers great relief from symptoms such as chronic back discomfort or torticollis due to improper positioning caused by uneven bone healing during casting processes that leave scarring behind leading up until one’s next appointment where they will discuss potential treatment options including kybo-procedure(s) if indicated based on individual circumstance.
What causes a vertebral compression fracture?
The vertebrae are small bones that make up the spinal column. They help support your weight and protect against injury by cushioning any impact to other parts of your body, especially when you bend or position yourself horizontally like sleeping on an inclined plane. If they become compressed due say from osteoporosis- which can lead at times being so brittle it leads one into developing a CV Fracture caused via simple activities such as sneezing/bending over. Spine specialists like doctors and surgeons can help restore your vertebral structure with Kyphoplasty.
What are the Symptoms?
The sudden and sharp pain that develops due to a vertebral compression fracture can be debilitating. Patients with these symptoms may also experience limited spinal movement, an inability to stand up straight without assistance from others, as well as height loss over time. If they do not seek treatment for this condition immediately after it develops then untreated fractures cause deformity in your spine which can lead to a disability.
What can I expect after kyphoplasty?
Kyphoplasty can be performed as day surgery, and you will most likely have immediate relief from your pain following the procedure. You need to take it easy for 24 hours after kyphoplasty treatment; though some patients may resume work or other activities sooner than this time frame if they do not feel any discomfort in their legs etcetera while doing them – just make sure that whatever activity is resumed has been approved.