Kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that usually doesn’t require general anesthesia. Once you have had the chance to speak with Dr. Taqi so he can explain the process and answer any last-minute questions you might have, he will ask you to lay on your stomach. He will clean and possibly shave the skin overlying the target vertebra, and then administer local anesthesia to numb the area. You may also receive IV sedation to help you relax.