Kyphoplasty
Ballon Kyphoplasty Correct Vertebral Deformity and Improves Spinal Anatomy
It is estimated that over 36,000 vertebral compression fractures have been treated using the kyphoplasty procedure and approximately 2,700 physicians have been trained to do the procedure in the US.
Ballon Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that corrects the vertebral deformity and restores back function. ARA's neurointervential surgeons use small balloons to gently elevate the collapsed vertebra to provide improved spinal anatomy. The ballon is then deflated and removed, leaving a cavity in the vertebral body. This cavity is filled with bone cement that forms an internal cast and stabilizes the fracture. The procedure is done on both sides of the vertebral body through two small punctures and is performed under fluoroscopy, which gives real-time x-ray views of the the spine.
PROCEDURE
These procedures take about one hour for each vertebra involved. Patients are observed closely in the recovery room immediately following the procedure. These are outpatient procedures and most patients are discharged the same day. Patients should not drive until they are given approval by their doctor. Patients need to arrange for transportation home from the hospital.
RECOVERY
Pain relief will be immediate for some patients. In others, elimination or reduction of pain is reported within two days. At home, patients can return to their normal daily activities, although strenuous exertion, such as heavy lifting, should be avoided for at least six weeks.
Patients should see their primary care physician to begin or review their treatment plan for osteoporosis, including medications to prevent further bone loss.
SUCCESS
- These procedures have been studied extensively, and the results are quite compelling. Studies report:
- Significant reduction in back pain
- Significant improvement in quality of life
- Significant reduction in number of days per month that a patient remains in bed
- Significant improvement in mobility
- Improved ability to perform activities of daily living
- Significant reduction in number of days where pain interfered with daily activities.
Any type of surgery involves risk; however, the serious complication rate associated with these procedures is very low, on the order of 1%. Patients are encouraged to discuss these and other risks with their primary care physician or one of ARA’s neurointerventional surgeons.
Medicare and most insurance carriers cover these procedures.
Kyphoplasty
Ballon Kyphoplasty Correct Vertebral Deformity and Improves Spinal Anatomy
It is estimated that over 36,000 vertebral compression fractures have been treated using the kyphoplasty procedure and approximately 2,700 physicians have been trained to do the procedure in the US.
Ballon Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that corrects the vertebral deformity and restores back function. ARA's neurointervential surgeons use small balloons to gently elevate the collapsed vertebra to provide improved spinal anatomy. The ballon is then deflated and removed, leaving a cavity in the vertebral body. This cavity is filled with bone cement that forms an internal cast and stabilizes the fracture. The procedure is done on both sides of the vertebral body through two small punctures and is performed under fluoroscopy, which gives real-time x-ray views of the the spine.
PROCEDURE
These procedures take about one hour for each vertebra involved. Patients are observed closely in the recovery room immediately following the procedure. These are outpatient procedures and most patients are discharged the same day. Patients should not drive until they are given approval by their doctor. Patients need to arrange for transportation home from the hospital.
RECOVERY
Pain relief will be immediate for some patients. In others, elimination or reduction of pain is reported within two days. At home, patients can return to their normal daily activities, although strenuous exertion, such as heavy lifting, should be avoided for at least six weeks.
Patients should see their primary care physician to begin or review their treatment plan for osteoporosis, including medications to prevent further bone loss.
SUCCESS
- These procedures have been studied extensively, and the results are quite compelling. Studies report:
- Significant reduction in back pain
- Significant improvement in quality of life
- Significant reduction in number of days per month that a patient remains in bed
- Significant improvement in mobility
- Improved ability to perform activities of daily living
- Significant reduction in number of days where pain interfered with daily activities.
Any type of surgery involves risk; however, the serious complication rate associated with these procedures is very low, on the order of 1%. Patients are encouraged to discuss these and other risks with their primary care physician or one of ARA’s neurointerventional surgeons.
Medicare and most insurance carriers cover these procedures.