Kyphoplasty/Vertebroplasty
Kyphoplasty or Vertebroplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure. It is used to treat vertebral compression fractures. During vertebroplasty, a neuro spine surgeon uses a needle to inject a bone cement mixture directly into the fractured vertebra to stabilize it and relieve pain.
The procedure is typically performed under local anaesthesia and using X-ray guidance to ensure accurate placement of the cement. It usually takes about an hour to complete, and patients can usually go home the same day.
