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Vertebroplasty

This minimally-invasive treatment is used to repair spine fractures caused by the osteoporosis of cancer. It stabilizes the spine, providing rapid back pain relief and helping prevent further weakening of the spine. After an area on the back is numbed, a tube is inserted through a small incision and positioned under x-ray guidance. One or two needles are inserted into the collapsed vertebra and used to collect diseased bone tissue for study.

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    What is Vertebroplasty?

    Vertebroplasty is a minimally invasive treatment designed to stabilize fractures in the spine’s vertebrae, which often occur due to osteoporosis or cancer. These fractures can cause significant back pain and limit mobility. The procedure involves injecting medical-grade bone cement into the collapsed vertebra, restoring its strength and structure. At New York Pain Care, we tailor vertebroplasty treatments to provide swift pain relief and help patients regain function.

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    Vertebroplasty Procedure

    Vertebroplasty Procedure New City, NYDuring vertebroplasty, you will lie face down while local anesthesia, or light sedation if necessary, is administered. The physician creates a small incision and, using real-time X-ray guidance, carefully inserts a hollow needle into the fractured vertebra. Through this needle, liquid bone cement is slowly injected into the affected area.

    Once the cement is in place, it hardens quickly, forming an “internal cast” that stabilizes the vertebra. Afterward, the needle is removed, and imaging confirms the cement’s proper placement. This outpatient procedure is typically completed within an hour, allowing most patients to go home the same day.

    Risks and Complications of Vertebroplasty

    While vertebroplasty is generally safe, it shares the risks common to medical procedures. Potential complications include leakage of cement into nearby tissues or blood vessels, which can cause nerve irritation or pain. There is also a small risk of infection, bleeding, or adverse reactions to anesthetics.

    Rarely, if the cement is improperly placed, it may irritate spinal nerves or the spinal cord itself, resulting in numbness or weakness. At New York Pain Care, we carefully assess every patient to minimize risks and maximize the safety and effectiveness of vertebroplasty.

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    Page Updated on Oct 7, 2025 by Dr. Hosny (Interventional Spine Specialist) of New York Pain Care
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