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Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) - Information for patients being considered
Information for patients being considered for spinal cord stimulation (SCS)
Spinal fractures (Traumatic)
This information leaflet has been designed to inform you about your spinal fracture. It will explain: how your fracture will be managed, how you can support your recovery and also answer some common questions. It is a general guide therefore individual advice may vary for each person.
Spinal instrumentation surgery
This booklet contains information about spinal surgery with instrumentation. There is an explanation of some terms that may be relevant to you and your surgery toward the end of the booklet.
Thoracic Spine Surgery
This booklet contains information about thoracic spine surgery. There is an explanation of some terms that you may hear. If you have any questions before or after your surgery, then please contact us via the contact details below.
TLSO (Thoracolumbar sacral orthosis)
A Spinal brace is a device that is worn to limit the movement of the spine. It can be used to help the healing process after spinal fractures and can also be used to help support the spine following surgery.
Vertebral compression fracture (VCF): Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty
Following your recent investigations and consultation with the spinal team, your scans have revealed that you have one or more fractured vertebrae. This may of been caused by a number of things osteoporosis, traumatic injury to your back or less commonly cancer, as these can all weaken a bone’s structure.