What is Kyphoplasty and Vertebroplasty?

What is kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty? According to WebMD, they are surgeries that are done to try to relieve pain from compression fractures of the spine by stabilizing the broken bone with a substance that works like cement. Fractures can occur as a result of osteoporosis, cancer or other conditions. Patients at Anesthesia Pain Care Consultants frequently find that the reduction or complete elimination of pain from these treatments will allow eventual discontinuation of previously needed pain medications. Contact Anesthesia Pain Care Consultants to learn more about kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty.