No medical procedure is without risks. The most common risks associated with kyphoplasty include bleeding or infection at the treatment site. Though rare, nerve damage can occur during the procedure, which can cause tingling, numbness, or weakness. There is also the risk of an allergic reaction to the materials used during the kyphoplasty. Though not a direct result of the kyphoplasty, about 10% of patients end up with another compression fracture at some point.