Balloon Kyphoplasty Video	Format for Printing
	This balloon kyphoplasty video, brought to you by Imaginis and Medtronic, provides information about a procedure called balloon kyphoplasty, is a minimally invasive technique to relieve spinal pain. Initial research has shown that balloon kyphoplasty can provide immediate pain relief. It can also restore vertebral body height, increase the strength of the vertebral body, and restore stiffness. The procedure, which is still in experimental stages, can be performed under local or general anesthesia. This video runs for 44 seconds. Video courtesy of Medtronic Click play on the viewer above to watch balloon kyphoplasty video. (Windows Media Format 2.5 MB) Updated: April 5, 2008 Return to Balloon Kyphoplasty Main Menu

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