At Gerling Spine Care NY, we offer vertebroplasty as a highly effective treatment for patients suffering from vertebral compression fractures, typically caused by osteoporosis or trauma. This minimally invasive procedure provides relief from pain, improves spinal stability, and helps restore your quality of life. Our experienced team of specialists uses cutting-edge techniques to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients throughout New York City.
How Vertebroplasty Works
The vertebroplasty procedure is minimally invasive and typically takes around 30 minutes to an hour. Here’s how it works:
- Preparation: The patient is positioned comfortably on the operating table, and the area of the spine to be treated is cleaned and numbed with local anesthesia. Sedation or general anesthesia may also be used depending on the patient's needs.
- Imaging Guidance: The procedure is guided by fluoroscopy (real-time X-ray), allowing the surgeon to accurately target the fractured vertebra.
- Needle Insertion: A needle is carefully inserted into the fractured vertebra through a small incision. The surgeon uses fluoroscopy to ensure precise placement.
- Cement Injection: Once the needle is in place, a special bone cement is injected into the vertebra. The cement hardens quickly, stabilizing the fracture and restoring strength to the vertebra.
- Post-Procedure: After the cement has hardened, the needle is removed, and the small incision is closed. The procedure usually requires a short recovery period, and most patients can go home the same day.
