Spine Jack Procedure
A Revolutionary Procedure To Treat Compression Fractures
What is the Spin Jack?
Spinal compression fractures can be painful and debilitating, but there is a new minimally invasive solution that can help. The Spine Jack procedure is a cutting-edge procedure that can relieve pain, restore mobility, and improve quality of life for patients with compression fractures. A notable symptom caused by spinal compression fractures is height loss, but this issue can be treated through the Spine Jack procedure. The Spine Jack is an innovative intravertebral reduction device that involves the use of a small jack to effectively treat spinal compression fractures. This treatment can be compared to kyphoplasty, which is a minimally invasive procedure that uses an inflated balloon to create space in the vertebrae, and then bone cement is injected to stabilize it and restore its height. Your doctor may recommend Spine Jack over the balloon kyphoplasty procedure as there are studies that show that it can provide better restoration in the patient’s height and reduce the chance of the refractures.
How Does Procedure Work?
The Spine Jack procedure is performed as an outpatient-procedure and it also performed under local or general anesthesia (depending on the patient’s pain). The Spine Jack is a titanium implant that resembles a car jack, and during the procedure, the doctor will use imaging guidance to insert two of these into the fractured vertebra. The Spine Jacks are then expanded to restore the vertebra’s height and to treat any alignment issues that have been caused by the fractures. When the implants are positioned in the desired location, bone cement is injected to keep them steady in place. The procedure will generally take a few hours to complete.
Benefits of Spine Jack Procedure
Minimally Invasive: Spine Jack is a minimally invasive procedure that can be performed under local anesthesia, and patients can be sent home soon after it is over.
Fast Recovery Time: Most patients will have pain relief within a few hours to a few days, and they can return to their normal activities within 1-2 weeks.
Height Restoration: Research has shown that patients have experienced a more significant restoration in height 6 to 1 2 months after the procedure, compared to kyphoplasty.
Reduces Chance of Fractures: Spine Jacks have shown to reduce the chance of the suffering from compression fractures again, compared to other treatments.
Risks and Complications
As with any surgical procedure, the Spine Jack procedure carries some risks and potential complications. These may include:
Infection: Although rare, infections can occur at the site of the incision or within the treated vertebra.
Bleeding: Some patients may experience bleeding during or after the procedure.
Cement leakage: In rare cases, the bone cement used to stabilize the vertebra may leak into surrounding tissues, causing complications.
Nerve injury: There is a small risk of nerve damage during the insertion of the Spine Jack implant.
However, the Spine Jack procedure has been shown to have a lower complication rate compared to traditional surgical treatments for compression fractures.
Recovery Process
After the Spine Jack procedure, your doctor will require you to lie on your back for a short amount of time in order for the cement to harden. Most patients will have their spinal pain relieved within a few hours, but some may feel pain relief immediately or even after a few days. You will be able to return to your regular daily activities within a 1-2 weeks. Your doctor will ask you to come for a follow-up appointment few weeks after the procedure to review your post-op x-ray images and to talk about the next steps in your recovery process.
Spine Jack at Indiana Vascular
The Spine Jack procedure is a revolutionary treatment option for compression fractures, offering numerous benefits over traditional surgical interventions. With its minimally invasive approach, immediate pain relief, and shorter recovery time, the Spine Jack procedure represents a significant advancement in the management of compression fractures and has the potential to improve the quality of life for countless patients.
At Indiana Vascular, we offer a facility filled with state-of-the-art equipment and a staff of experienced doctors that specialize in Spine Jack implants. We will work with you in creating a treatment plan tailored to your individualized needs, and will walk with you every step of the way to ensure a favorable outcome and swift recovery.
Do not allow compression fractures to negatively impact your quality of life. Schedule an appointment with us today to receive a consultation and gain insight into the condition, as well as discover how we can enhance your overall health.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Spine Jack procedure offers better vertebral height restoration, more stable fixation, and a lower complication rate compared to vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty.
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Benefits include a minimally invasive approach, immediate pain relief, restored vertebral height, reduced risk of future fractures, and a shorter recovery time compared to traditional surgical treatments.
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Some risks and complications include infection, bleeding, cement leakage, and nerve injury. However, the Spine Jack procedure has a lower complication rate compared to traditional surgical treatments for compression fractures.
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Eligibility for the Spine Jack procedure depends on factors such as the severity and location of the fracture, the patient's overall health, and the presence of any contraindications like active infections or allergies to the implant materials. A thorough evaluation by a spine specialist is necessary to determine if the Spine Jack procedure is appropriate for an individual patient.