What is verteboplasy?

Vertebroplasty is a minimally invasive medical procedure used to treat vertebral compression fractures, often caused by osteoporosis. During the procedure, a physician injects a special bone cement into the fractured vertebra to stabilize it, reduce pain, and restore vertebral height. This helps alleviate discomfort and improve mobility for patients suffering from these types of fractures. The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia and guided by imaging techniques such as fluoroscopy.