One of the greatest advantages of visiting a pain management specialist at Southwest Spine and Pain Center is their ability to perform onsite minimally invasive procedures that allow you to return home the same day while effectively managing your pain. A vertebroplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that is performed for spinal compression fractures and has shown great success in decreasing pain.
A spinal compression fracture can occur from a trauma, or can be due to osteoporosis, which is a weakening of the bones. Depending on the severity of osteoporosis, every day activities like lifting something can cause a spinal compression fracture – and in the most severe cases, a sneeze could cause a fracture.
Most fractures occur in the front of the vertebra, which causes it to collapse and can lead to chronic back pain and a stooped posture over time. If left untreated, compression fractures can eventually cause issues with the lungs and can inhibit proper breathing.
A vertebroplasty is a minimally invasive outpatient procedure that can be performed by the pain management specialists at Southwest Spine and Pain Center. A vertebroplasty is intended to strengthen the internal structure of the spine. Your pain specialist will inject a medical grade cement into the fracture, creating an internal cast that supports and strengthens the area of the spine where the fracture has occurred. Many people report feeling significant pain relief shortly after their procedure.
If you are suffering from chronic back pain and have been diagnosed with osteoporosis, don’t hesitate in making an appointment at Southwest Spine and Pain Center. If left untreated, spinal compression fractures can have serious complications.
If chronic pain is impacting your life, don't wait to schedule an appointment at Southwest Spine and Pain Center. With three locations and growing, the pain management specialists at Southwest Spine and Pain Center are dedicated to helping those who suffer from chronic pain live the life they want to! To schedule an appointment, visit our locations tab!
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