Vertebroplasty Treatment in India
About Vertebroplasty
Key Highlights
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Minimally Invasive: Performed through a small needle puncture, avoiding large incisions and muscle damage.Rapid Pain Relief: Many patients experience significant pain reduction within 24-48 hours.Quick Procedure: Typically takes about one hour per vertebra treated.listrongShort Hospital Stay:/strong Often performed as an outpatient procedure or with an overnight stay./lilistrongStabilizes Fracture:/strong The cement reinforces the broken bone, preventing further collapse and deformity./lilistrongLocal Anesthesia Option:/strong Can be done with local anesthesia and sedation, reducing risks associated with general anesthesia./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Painful osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures not responding to conservative treatment (rest, bracing, pain medication) for 4-6 weeks.
- Painful vertebral fractures caused by trauma.
- Weakened vertebrae due to benign or malignant tumors (e.g., hemangioma, metastatic cancer).
- Severe pain that limits mobility and daily activities, leading to a decline in overall health.
- Vertebral compression causing spinal deformity (kyphosis).
How to prepare
- Complete medical evaluation including blood tests, ECG, and imaging (X-ray, MRI, or CT scan) to confirm the fracture.
- Disclosure of all medications, especially blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin, clopidogrel), which may need to be paused.
- Fasting for 6-8 hours before the procedure if sedation or anesthesia is planned.
- Arranging for someone to drive you home after the procedure.
- Discussion of allergies, particularly to contrast dye or antibiotics.
Risks & possible complications
- Cement Leakage: Bone cement can leak outside the vertebra, potentially causing nerve irritation or, rarely, pulmonary embolism.
- Infection: Risk of infection at the needle site or within the spine (osteomyelitis/discitis).
- Bleeding or Bruising: At the puncture site or within the spinal canal (hematoma).
- Nerve Damage or Paralysis: Rare risk from needle placement or cement leakage.
- Allergic Reaction: To the cement components or contrast material.
- Adjacent Level Fracture: Increased stress on neighboring vertebrae may lead to new fractures.
- Inadequate Pain Relief: The procedure may not fully relieve pain in some cases.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Patients are monitored for 2-4 hours post-procedure for any immediate complications.
- Mild soreness at the injection site is common for a few days.
- Most patients can walk within a few hours and are discharged the same day or after one night.
- Heavy lifting, bending, and twisting should be avoided for the first 4-6 weeks.
- Pain medication may be prescribed for short-term management.
- A follow-up appointment is scheduled within 1-2 weeks to assess healing and pain relief.
- Underlying osteoporosis must be treated with medication and lifestyle changes to prevent future fractures.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (often outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 weeks for initial recovery; 4-6 weeks for full activity resumption
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering vertebroplasty in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for vertebroplasty in India include Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Miot Hospital Chennai, Manipal Hospital Rangapani, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform vertebroplasty. MediFyr helps you compare spine surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for vertebroplasty compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 150 Thousand – 350 Thousand | 0-1 days (often outpatient) | ~ 1-2 weeks for initial recovery; 4-6 weeks for full activity resumption | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 525 Thousand – 1.23 Million | 0-1 days (often outpatient) | ~ 1-2 weeks for initial recovery; 4-6 weeks for full activity resumption | Know More |
Top hospitals for Vertebroplasty in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated spine surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing vertebroplasty.
Bangalore, India
105 Doctors
Pari Garcia, a 72-year-old retired school...
Pari Garcia, a 72-year-old retired school librarian and avid gardener, began experiencing severe, sharp pain in her mid-back after a minor fall while planting tulip bulbs. The pain was constant, worsened with any movement, and made it impossible for her to sleep or tend to her garden. An MRI revealed an acute, painful osteoporotic compression fracture in her T12 vertebra. Her spine surgeon, Dr. Evans, explained that while the fracture might heal on its own over months, vertebroplasty could stabilize the bone and provide rapid pain relief, allowing her to return to her active life much sooner. Pari was anxious about any spine procedure but desperate for relief. The outpatient procedure, performed under light sedation, was quick. She felt immediate relief upon waking. Within 48 hours, her severe pain was reduced by over 80%. At her two-week follow-up, she was back to light gardening with a smile. Emotionally, she journeyed from feeling fragile and fearful of becoming dependent to reclaiming her independence and joy, deeply grateful for the swift return to her beloved routine.
Spine surgeons for Vertebroplasty
Explore experienced spine surgeons who regularly perform vertebroplasty and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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