Treatment of vertebral compression fracture - treatment of spinal fractures

Описание: Dr Joshua Hirsch from Massachusetts General Hospital and Liz Thompson, CEO of the National Osteoporosis Foundation, discuss
back injuries resulting from a number of conditions such as osteoporosis and vertebral compression fractures (VCF) and the latest technology to provide the most up-to-date treatment.


#Osteoporosis #VCF #BackPain

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Vertebral Compression Fracture Facts
A vertebral compression fracture occurs when the block-like part of an individual bone of the spine (vertebra) become compressed due to trauma. ... The vertebrae most commonly broken are those in the lower back, but they may break in any portion of the spine.

What causes vertebral compression fractures?
Compression fractures of the spine generally occur from too much pressure on the vertebral body. This usually results from a combination of bending forward and downward pressure on the spine. A common cause of compression fractures is osteoporosis.

How long does it take a compression fracture of the spine to heal?
about 3 months
Compression fractures usually heal on their own in about 3 months. While that happens, your doctor may suggest you try some things at home that can make you feel better, such as pain medicines, rest, physical therapy, or a back brace.

What is the best treatment for a compression fracture?
For the most part, nonoperative treatments are recommended for compression fracture. These treatments include pain medications and modified physical activity. The doctor may recommend wearing a brace that helps support the back and prevents bending forward, and therefore removes pressure from the fractured vertebrae.

Treatment of vertebral compression fracture - Conditions commonly linked to back pain include: Muscle or ligament strain vertebral compression fractures

Fracture-dislocations of the thoracic and lumbar spine are caused by very high-energy trauma. They can be extremely unstable injuries that often result in serious spinal cord or nerve damage. ... Surgery is sometimes delayed because of other serious, life-threatening injuries.

How long does it take to recover from fractured vertebrae?
8 to 10 weeks
Most compression fractures due to injury heal in 8 to 10 weeks with rest, wearing of a brace, and pain medicines. However, recovery can take much longer if surgery was done. Fractures due to osteoporosis often become less painful with rest and pain medicines.

How are spinal fractures treated?
The majority of fractures heal with pain medication, reduction in activity, medications to stabilize bone density, and a good back brace to minimize motion during the healing process. Most people return to their everyday activities. Some may need further treatment, such as surgery.