Abstract:Introduction Sacral insufficiency fractures (SIF) may cause significant low back pain, limit daily living, and tend to be undetected. Effective pain management and early mobilization are mandatory to prevent complications. Percutaneous sacroplasty for treatment of SIF has gained interest recently. This technique provides safe, rapid, and prolonged pain relief, early mobilization, and functional recovery. Sacral kyphoplasty is percutaneous placement of bone cement into the sacral vertebra using inflatable tamps… Show more
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