Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat vertebral fractures, often caused by myeloma. Here are some key points about kyphoplasty and managing a sore back:
Kyphoplasty Procedure
- Purpose: Stabilizes fractured vertebrae, reduces pain, and restores mobility.
- Process:
- A small balloon is Show Full Answer
Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat vertebral fractures, often caused by myeloma. Here are some key points about kyphoplasty and managing a sore back:
Kyphoplasty Procedure:
- Purpose: Stabilizes fractured vertebrae, reduces pain, and restores mobility.
- Process:
- A small balloon is inserted into the compressed vertebra and inflated to create space.
- Bone cement is then injected to stabilize the vertebra.
- Post-Surgery:
- Lie still for about an hour while the cement hardens.
- May stay in the hospital for observation or be admitted overnight.
- Avoid heavy lifting for six weeks.
- A back brace may be required during recovery.
Managing Sore Back:
- Surgical Options:
- Kyphoplasty can help stabilize the spine and reduce pain.
- Vertebroplasty is another option where bone cement is directly injected without balloon inflation.
- Non-Surgical Options:
- Radiation Therapy: Can reduce tumor size and treat osteolytic lesions.
- Pain Medications: Opioids or narcotics may be prescribed but have side effects like constipation and dependence.
- Physical Therapy: Helps improve mobility and reduce pain.
- Complementary Therapies: Acupuncture, yoga, meditation, and medical massage.
- Supportive Devices: Back braces to stabilize the spine and reduce pressure.
- Heat/Ice Therapy: Temporary pain relief using heating pads or ice packs.
Risks and Complications:
- General Surgical Risks: Blood clots, blood loss, infection, breathing problems, reactions to medication, heart attack, or stroke.
- Specific to Spinal Surgery: Spinal cord injury, nerve pain, continued or worsening spine pain, leakage of bone cement, sexual dysfunction, and damage to adjacent spine segments.
- Post-Surgical Complications: Infection signs like swelling, redness, increased pain, or bleeding should be reported to a doctor immediately.
For more detailed information, you can refer to resources like:
- [Spinal surgery for Myeloma | MyMyelomaTeam](https://www.mymyelomateam.com/treatments/spinal...)
- [Back Pain and Myeloma | MyMyelomaTeam](https://www.mymyelomateam.com/resources/back-pa...)
Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized advice and treatment options.
October 3, 2024
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