spinal stiffness and secondary fractures are likely to occur even without surgery. It is not always possible to prevent lower back compression fractures, especially those that occur as a result of ...

Fractures can occur from minor bumps or falls, most commonly in the hips, wrists, and spine.These warning signs of ...

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Balloon spinal plastic surgery has been mainly performed for severe spinal compression fractures. A catheter with a special balloon attached to the fractured vertebral body is inserted to inflate ...

Michael Gallizzi, MD, of The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colo., reached two career milestones in spine surgery. He completed his 600th endoscopic spine surgery in April and his 400th robotic spine case ...

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When cancer spreads, it usually reaches the bones first. Bone metastasis can cause severe pain, fractures, spinal cord compression, and dangerous calcium levels. Managing these complications is ...

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A collapsed vertebra causes a compression fracture. Three compression fracture types exist: A wedge fracture is the most frequent spinal fracture type. Spinal stabilization surgery may be needed, ...

Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to the bone, ...