Vertebral Repair
For Spine Compression Fractures
Relief from Painful Compression Fractures in 1 Hour
“A spinal compression fracture, also know as osteoporotic compression fracture can be a disabling, life-changing event. It doesn’t have to be anymore…”
Back Pain is never normal and is often associated with Osteoporosis
Back pain is not just part of getting older. If you’re over 55, back pain can be a sign of tiny cracks in your vertebrae, the bones that make up the spine. These spine fractures tend to strike people with weakened, brittle bones, which is an abnormal condition called osteoporosis. Osteoporosis commonly affects postmenopausal women, but it also can affect older men. Osteoporosis can be quite advanced before people know they have it, and often a spine fracture is the first clue. When osteoporosis is advanced, simple things like missing a step or slipping, a fall or even a coughing fit can lead to a spine fracture!
Risk factors for Osteoporosis
- Race: white or Asian have higher risk
- Age: women over 50
- Weight: lower weight is associated with higher risk
- Early menopause
- Smoking
Preventing Compression Fractures
- Bisphosphonate drugs (e.g. Fosamax, Actonel, others)
- Forteo – a synthetic hormone that stimulates bone growth
- Evista, and estrogen-like medication that slows bone loss
- Reclast – annual infusion thought to reduce fractures
- Hormone replacement therapy
Treating Compression Fractures
- Non-surgical
- Immobilization with back brace for up to 3 months
- Pain management with analgesics
- Bedrest
- Osteoporosis treatment with medications
- Minimally invasive
- Vertebroplasty
- Kyphoplasty
- Surgical – Spine fusion surgery
There are several options for treating compression fractures. Unfortunately, up to 2/3 of people with a new compression fracture are not treated promptly or at all, often given instructions to take over the counter analgesics like Advil or Tylenol and “take it easy”. When this happens, the fracture can progress from a slight deformity to a vertebral collapse or wedge compression deformity. This often leads to a deformity called “kyphosis” or a stooped over posture.
“Dr. Gropper is hands-down the absolute best. He listens, cares and does the due diligence and protocol for his patients. In addition, The staff is phenomenal ...they are there to service you and do the necessary follow-ups and make you feel part of the family whether your procedure is big or small! They are there and that’s important!!!! I highly highly, highly recommend Dr. Gropper. There are very few like him hands down!!!”
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“Through the years my varicose veins were getting worse. I was getting a lot of pain, cramping, swelling in my legs. And by the end of the day, it was very painful. I watched a movie on an iPad while Dr. Gropper did the procedure. I could feel them working on my leg but no pain, no discomfort. From start to finish it only took 45 minutes. After I couldn’t see those bumps, ugly varicose veins. They are not there anymore. Thank you, Dr. Gropper, for making my legs look good again!”
Clarivein Lunchtime Leg Lift Patient
Before the Procedure: “Dr. Gropper, I want to thank you for your time during my recent consultation. I appreciate your openness and your willingness to answer all my questions. I also thank you for your suggestions. I look forward to planning the procedure soon. Again, thank you for your kindness." After the Procedure: “Dear Dr. Gropper, Thank you so much for doing such a wonderful job! I’m very happy with my results and couldn’t ask for more. You and your staff were so friendly and caring and that is greatly appreciated. You’re the best and I know that if I want anything else done I can always go back. Thanks Again!”
50 Year Old Female
“I love the doctor and staff. All my questions were answered. The procedure was easy, effective and painless. And the office is well located.”
56 Year Old Female
“Dr. Gropper, thank you for the professional care in working to correctly leg’s vascular problem. I will refer my friend to your practice.”
28 Year Old Male
“Spa-like, relaxed atmosphere., and every one of the staff is paying attention to you when you are in the office. So you feel very well taken care of. Everyone is very thorough and everything is explained very well. It is a relief, exciting and low drama situation. And I have lived with varicose veins all my life and am relieved to have them treated.”
40 Year Old Male
“Doctor Gropper and his staff are very helpful and friendly. They answered all my questions. I am happy with my treatment and it was not painful. I recommend it to anyone with varicose veins.”
49 Year Old Male
“Beautiful offices, knowledgeable doctor and staff, just an overall awesome experience. Removed a varicose vein from my left leg that has bothered me for years. Now you can’t even tell it was there. Insurance paid for everything.”
- 33 Year Old Female
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