Posts Tagged ‘Vertebral Compression Fracture (VCF)’
Kyphoplasty Procedure, Recovery Time + More
Spinal surgeries typically come into play whenever a patient presents with an illness, disease, or injury with a significant risk of deterioration, and complications including partial paralysis (or worse). They may also be a necessary tool in cases where no level of pain management can replace the relief experienced through a surgical procedure that might…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Compression Fractures
Our spine is the structural foundation of the human body, which is why spinal injuries and diseases can have widespread effects on our quality of life and countless everyday activities. These injuries are not always the result of significant trauma, and some can occur spontaneously – especially in patients with a family history of osteoporosis…
Read MoreWhat Is a Vertebral Compression Fracture?
The spinal cord is protected by a column of bones called vertebrae, separated by specialized spongy discs. Over time, stress and weakening bones can cause vertebrae to become more brittle and eventually fracture. When these fractures cause a vertebra to slowly compress and lose at least 15 to 20 percent of its height original height,…
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