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Shawn Brain1, Sasha Severin2, Steven Mann1
1Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Middletown, NY.
Pain Medicine Case Reports
|August 4, 2026
Summary
Percutaneous kyphoplasty (PKP) significantly reduces pain in patients with vertebral compression fractures (VCFs). This minimally invasive procedure also decreases the need for strong pain medications, aiding recovery.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Geriatrics
- Pain Management
Background:
- Vertebral compression fractures (VCFs) are a frequent and disabling consequence of osteoporosis.
- These fractures cause severe pain and limit mobility, particularly in older adults.
- Percutaneous kyphoplasty (PKP) is a minimally invasive option for VCF stabilization and pain relief, though its effectiveness is debated.