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Parallax®/Vertebroplasty

Vertebroplasty is a minimally-invasive, image-guided, outpatient procedure used to treat the pain associated with vertebral compression fractures caused by osteoporosis and metastatic tumors. Patients should be referred to a specialist for treatment, which include interventional radiologists, neuro-radiologists, surgeons and pain management physicians.

During vertebroplasty, one or two bone biopsy needles are inserted into the collapsed vertebra through a small incision in the patient's back; the stylet is removed and acrylic bone cement can be injected through the cannula to stabilize the fracture. The procedure typically requires a local anesthetic.

For most patients, vertebroplasty provides immediate and lasting relief of the pain related to vertebral compression fractures. Many patients return to their normal activities within only a few days of having the procedure, and most report continued relief from pain months and years later. In some cases, vertebroplasty can also prevent further collapse of the vertebra, height loss and spine curvature.

Primary care providers, assist your patients by providing information on vertebroplasty in your office. Complete our request form or download information.

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