Thoracic Kyphoplasty

Severe mid-back pain caused by a spinal compression fracture can significantly limit mobility and quality of life. Thoracic kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure designed to stabilize fractured vertebrae, reduce pain, and restore spinal height.

At Nona Spine and Pain Institute, we provide advanced thoracic kyphoplasty procedures to help patients regain mobility and experience faster relief from fracture-related pain using modern, minimally invasive techniques.

What Causes Thoracic Compression Fractures?

Thoracic compression fractures occur when one of the vertebrae in the mid-back (thoracic spine) collapses or weakens.

Common Causes

These fractures are most commonly associated with:

Osteoporosis, which weakens bone structure
Trauma or falls, especially in older adults
Cancer-related bone weakening
Degenerative spinal conditions

Symptoms of a Thoracic Compression Fracture

Patients with thoracic vertebral fractures may experience:

Sudden mid-back pain
Loss of height
Forward curvature of the spine (kyphosis)
Reduced mobility or difficulty standing upright

Without treatment, these fractures may worsen over time and contribute to chronic pain and spinal deformity.

How Thoracic Kyphoplasty Works

Thoracic kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive outpatient procedure designed to stabilize the fractured vertebra and relieve pain.

During the Procedure

A small balloon catheter is inserted into the fractured vertebra.
The balloon is gently inflated to restore vertebral height.
Medical-grade bone cement is injected into the space to stabilize the bone.

Benefits of Thoracic Kyphoplasty

This advanced treatment can:

Rapidly reduce fracture-related pain
Restore spinal stability
Improve posture
Prevent further vertebral collapse
Allow faster recovery and mobility

Most procedures are completed in less than one hour, and patients typically return home the same day.

Who Is a Candidate for Thoracic Kyphoplasty?

You may be a good candidate for thoracic kyphoplasty if you:

Have a confirmed thoracic compression fracture
Experience severe mid-back pain
Have had limited improvement with conservative treatments
Have fractures related to osteoporosis

Patients experiencing fractures in the lower spine may also benefit from lumbar kyphoplasty or other spine stabilization treatments

Thoracic Kyphoplasty Treatment in the Orlando Area

At Nona Spine and Pain Institute, we specialize in advanced treatments for spinal compression fractures and chronic back pain. Our physicians perform thoracic kyphoplasty using precision imaging guidance and minimally invasive techniques to restore spinal strength and reduce pain.

Our goal is to help patients return to daily activities quickly, safely, and comfortably.

Schedule a consultation today to learn whether thoracic kyphoplasty is the right solution for your back pain.

Thoracic Kyphoplasty