Vertebroplasty for the Treatment of Fractures Due to Osteoporosis

Inclusion Criteria: * Confirmed osteoporosis or osteopenia by a referring physician and/or medical history and physical exam OR osteopenia on plain film * Vertebral compression fracture in vertebrae T4 through L5, of less than 1 year old * Pain not responsive to standard medical therapy * Current rating for pain intensity of at least 3 on a scale of 0 to 10 Exclusion Criteria: * Evidence or suspicion of malignant tumor or spinal canal compromise * Concomitant hip fracture * Local or systemic infection * Uncorrectable bleeding diatheses * Surgery within the previous 60 days * Lack of access to telephone * Inability to communicate in English * Dementia * Pregnancy * Abnormal renal function or anticipated venography * Conscious sedation is contraindicated for subject