Vertebroplasty
Vertebroplasty is a highly effective, minimally invasive spine surgery performed by Dr Shafeek in Calicut, designed to stabilize painful vertebral compression fractures caused by osteoporosis, trauma, or metastatic disease. Through a small incision, medical-grade bone cement is injected directly into the fractured vertebra under precise imaging guidance. The cement hardens quickly, providing immediate stabilization and significant pain relief, while preventing further vertebral collapse. This procedure allows patients to regain mobility rapidly, often within hours, making vertebroplasty one of the best treatments for fracture-related spinal pain.
The vertebroplasty procedure begins with the insertion of a narrow needle (trocar) into the fractured vertebra using real-time fluoroscopic or CT guidance for pinpoint accuracy. Once the correct position is confirmed, bone cement (polymethylmethacrylate) is slowly injected into the vertebral body. The cement fills tiny cracks within the bone, reinforcing its structure and preventing further collapse.
The cement hardens within minutes, creating an internal cast that stabilizes the fracture and eliminates painful micro-movements of bone fragments. The procedure typically takes less than 45 minutes per vertebra and involves minimal blood loss. It is often performed under local anesthesia with sedation, allowing patients to walk within hours and return home the same day, making it one of the best spine surgery treatments in Calicut.
Outcomes following vertebroplasty in Calicut are excellent, with most patients experiencing rapid and long-lasting pain relief, improved posture, and restored mobility. By stabilizing fractured vertebrae, vertebroplasty helps prevent further spinal deformity and reduces reliance on pain medications. Recovery is quick, with most patients resuming daily activities within a few days, making it a safe, effective, and transformative solution for vertebral compression fractures under Dr Shafeek.