Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
At Dr. Deborah Blades Neurosurgery, serving patients across Northeast Ohio, Percutaneous Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure designed to treat painful vertebral compression fractures, most commonly caused by osteoporosis, certain cancers, or trauma.
When a spinal vertebra collapses, it can lead to sudden, severe back pain, height loss, spinal curvature, and limited mobility. Kyphoplasty aims to stabilize the fracture, restore vertebral height when possible, and relieve pain so you can return to normal activities sooner.
“Many of our patients experience rapid pain relief and improved function within days—sometimes hours—after kyphoplasty.” – Dr. Deborah Blades
During the procedure, a tiny incision is made and a narrow tube is guided into the fractured vertebra under X-ray guidance. A small balloon is gently inflated to create space and help restore height; the space is then filled with medical-grade bone cement that hardens quickly to stabilize the fracture. Most cases are performed as outpatient or with a short observation period.
Benefits of Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
- Rapid relief of back pain from compression fractures
- Stabilizes the broken vertebra and may restore height
- Minimally invasive with tiny incisions
- Improved posture and mobility for everyday activities
Recovery: Most patients walk the same day and resume light activities within 24–48 hours. Some soreness at the incision site is normal and usually short-lived. Dr. Blades may coordinate bone health evaluation and osteoporosis management to reduce the risk of future fractures.
If you or a loved one has sudden back pain following a minor fall, lifting, or twisting—especially with a history of osteoporosis—Percutaneous Kyphoplasty may help. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Deborah Blades in Northeast Ohio to discuss whether this minimally invasive treatment is right for you.
