The main cause of compression fracture is osteoporosis. However, there are a few factors that can elevate the risk: Age: Bone density naturally decreases as we get older. Gender: Women ...

Long-term use of steroids can impact bone strength Recognising the early signs of osteoporosis compression fracture can help in seeking treatment, and reducing the risk of severity. Acute back ...

Imagine going about your day, taking a simple walk with a friend, and suddenly a minor fall turns into a life-changing injury. For many older adults, this is the reality of vertebral compression ...

Spinal cord compression (SCC) occurs in 5% to 30% of ... directly correlates with early recognition of the signs and symptoms of SCC. Treatment includes administration of corticosteroids ...

You can expect to be back to normal within a month or so. If your symptoms persist, you should check in with your healthcare provider ... American Association of Neurological Surgeons. Vertebral ...

Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal that causes compression of the spinal cord and/or nerve roots ... they will inquire about your specific symptoms, including their severity and ...

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The researchers found that a posterior closed osteotomy, combined with debridement and fusion through the fracture line, effectively relieved symptoms and corrected spinal deformities. This method ...

Using data from 638,999 patients, a new study by a research team at the Warren Alpert Medical School found that the incidence of cervical and thoracic spinal fractures has increased since 2003. The ...

The fractures occurred in the cervical spine were compression injuries ... had already established complete paralysis. The thoracic spinal column was the most susceptible part of the spine ...