Kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty for the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures

Osteoporosis is a major health concern in Canada, affecting 25% of women and 12% of men. Vertebral compression fractures, the most common of all osteoporotic fractures, are clinically diagnosed only 30% of the time. Treatment for such fractures is primarily pharmacological. However, newer, non-invasive methods of treatment, namely vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty, stabilize compression fractures, provide pain relief and even improve posture and …