Signs You May Have a Spinal Compression Fracture
A spinal compression fracture is a condition where one or more vertebrae in the spine collapse or weaken, often due to osteoporosis, injury, or age-related bone loss. The most common signs include sudden back pain, height loss, a stooped posture, and pain that worsens with movement. In some cases, symptoms may appear gradually and go […]
Kyphoplasty vs Vertebroplasty Explained
Kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty are minimally invasive spinal procedures used to treat painful vertebral compression fractures, most commonly caused by osteoporosis. Both involve stabilizing a fractured spinal bone using medical cement, but kyphoplasty also includes a step to create space inside the vertebra before cement injection. This key difference can affect pain relief, spinal alignment, and […]