by Red Butte Pain Solutions | Apr 21, 2025 | Back Pain, compression fracture, kyphoplasty, vertebroplasty
A broken back vertebra, also known as a [vertebral compression fracture, can cause sudden, severe pain and significantly limit daily activities. These fractures are most often due to weakened bones from osteoporosis. Prompt treatment can ease pain, promote healing,...
by Red Butte Pain Solutions | Apr 7, 2025 | Back Pain, Cancer pain, compression fracture
Back pain is common. But sometimes, it’s more than a pulled muscle or a slipped disc. In some cases, back pain can be a warning sign of cancer. At Red Butte Pain Solutions, we help patients understand the cause of their pain. If you or a loved one has back pain...
by Red Butte Pain Solutions | Mar 5, 2025 | Back Pain, compression fracture
A TLSO back brace (thoracolumbosacral orthosis) is a rigid brace designed to stabilize the thoracic and lumbar spine. This provides essential support for individuals recovering from injuries, helps in managing chronic pain, and correcting postural issues. These braces...
by Red Butte Pain Solutions | Feb 28, 2025 | Cancer pain, compression fracture, vertebroplasty
As a specialized pain management practice, we frequently treat patients with sacral fractures. A sacral fracture is a break in the sacrum, the triangular bone at the base of the spine. These fractures can cause significant pain and mobility issues, affecting daily...
by Red Butte Pain Solutions | Jan 14, 2025 | Back Pain, compression fracture
Back bracing is a frequent topic of discussion at Red Butte Pain Solutions. For example, nearly 70% of patients with vertebral compression fractures report significant pain relief when using a brace, highlighting its importance in recovery and pain management. Many...
by Red Butte Pain Solutions | Jan 2, 2025 | Back Pain, Cancer pain, compression fracture, kyphoplasty, Targeted Medication Delivery, Tumor ablation, vertebroplasty
As a pain management physician, I often hear the question, “Doc, can prostate cancer cause back pain?” The short answer is yes, prostate cancer can cause back pain. However, it’s crucial to understand that back pain has many causes, and most of the time, the...