Exploring the Differences Between Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty for Spine Fractures
Vertebroplasty involves injecting medical-grade bone cement directly into the fractured vertebra to stabilize the spine. The procedure is relatively quick and is performed using imaging guidance to ensure precision. Kyphoplasty, on the other hand, includes an additional step where a small balloon is inserted into the fractured vertebra and inflated before the cement is applied. [...]