Minimally Invasive Spine Fracture Treatment by Dr. Rajesh Bindal
Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat vertebral compression fractures (VCFs)—collapses in the bones of the spine that often result in pain, height loss, and forward curvature of the spine. These fractures are commonly caused by osteoporosis or spinal tumors and can significantly affect mobility and quality of life.
At Texas Spine & Neurosurgery in Sugar Land, TX, Dr. Rajesh Bindal, a board-certified neurosurgeon, performs advanced balloon kyphoplasty to relieve pain, restore spinal alignment, and stabilize fractured vertebrae.
What Causes Vertebral Compression Fractures?
Vertebral compression fractures can result from:
- Osteoporosis – a condition that weakens bones, making them more susceptible to collapse
- Metastatic tumors – cancers that spread to the bones and weaken spinal structure
- Trauma or injury – in patients with compromised bone density
If left untreated, a VCF may lead to chronic pain, loss of height, and progressive spinal deformity (kyphosis).
What Is Balloon Kyphoplasty?
Balloon kyphoplasty is a specialized technique that uses a small balloon and bone cement to restore the vertebral body’s shape and height.
Procedure Overview:
- The patient lies face down on the surgical table under light sedation or anesthesia.
- Under real-time X-ray guidance, Dr. Bindal inserts a narrow tube into the collapsed vertebra.
- A balloon tamp is inserted through the tube and gently inflated. This restores the height and creates a cavity in the vertebra.
- Once the vertebral body is repositioned, the balloon is deflated and removed.
- The cavity is then filled with surgical bone cement, which quickly hardens and stabilizes the bone.
The skin is closed with a small stitch, and most patients go home the same day or within 24 hours.
Benefits of Kyphoplasty
- Rapid pain relief
- Improved spinal alignment
- Restored vertebral height
- Minimally invasive with short recovery time
- No need for extensive rehabilitation
Most patients return to normal daily activities shortly after the procedure and typically do not require physical therapy.
Follow-Up and Long-Term Care
While kyphoplasty effectively treats the current fracture, it does not stop the progression of osteoporosis. Dr. Bindal recommends:
- Ongoing treatment with bone-strengthening medications
- Regular monitoring of bone density
- Lifestyle adjustments to reduce the risk of future fractures
If additional vertebrae collapse in the future, kyphoplasty can often be safely repeated at those levels.
Schedule Your Consultation in Sugar Land, TX
If you or a loved one is suffering from back pain due to a spinal compression fracture, contact Dr. Rajesh Bindal for an expert evaluation. Balloon kyphoplasty offers rapid pain relief and restored mobility through a simple, low-risk outpatient procedure.
Call 281-313-0031 today to schedule your consultation at Texas Spine & Neurosurgery in Sugar Land, TX.