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Compression fractures of the back are broken vertebrae, which are the bones of the spine. |
Basic Info
Symptoms
Back pain with sudden or chronic onset; Shortened height; Hunchback (kyphosis. Note: There may be no symptoms. Pressu...
Causes
In a compression fracture of the vertebrae, the bone tissue in the vertebra collapses. More than one vertebra may be ...
Tests
Physical examination may show hunchback (kyphosis. There is also tenderness over the injured vertebrae; A spine x-ray...
Treatments
Most compression fractures are found in elderly patients with osteoporosis. These fractures generally do not cause in...
Complications
Failure of the bones to fuse (if surgery is necessary; Hunchback (kyphosis; Spinal cord or nerve root compression.
Prevention
Treating and preventing osteoporosis is the most effective way to prevent these fractures.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have back pain and suspect you may have a compression fracture.
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