Vertebral Augmentation

Dr. Douglas Beall discusses vertebral augmentation as the least understood pain management method. He comments on the lack of physicians who are familiar with vertebral augmentation. He discusses the importance of vertebral augmentation to the patient, citing evidence from publications. He discusses the improved morbidity and mortality associated with using vertebral augmentation. He highlights the benefits of surgeons becoming more familiar with procedures such as kyphoplasty and screw-assisted internal fixation (SAIF).