Question 1

what is the usual cause of compression fractures in the spine?

Accepted Answer

Osteoporosis: The usual cause of compression fractures in the spine is osteoporosis -- low bone mass that usually occurs after menopause in women but it can occur in men after testosterone levels have dropped or for anyone on certain medications that interfer with bone metabolism.  Adequate intake of calcium and vitamin d along with exercise can slow progression but one should check with their physician.

Question 2

can a compression fracture of the l1 in the back cause permanent pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes : There are many type of compression fractur of the spine if they are sever yes they could.

Question 3

it is possible that a compression fracture of the l1 in the back causes a lifetime of pain?

Accepted Answer

It is possible: To have life time pain if you complications due to the fracture.

Question 4

can a t5 compression fracture cause back and chest pain?

Accepted Answer

: Yes it can cause local pain in the upper midline along the spine. A referred pain in the chest can arise due to the compression of the nerve roots which travel along the ribs and can cause chest pain along the nerve route.

Question 5

i fell and had a compression fracture 4 years ago ....i just had a mri and it says i have impingment with edma ...could the fall cause it?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Certainly a fall is the most common cause. Compression fractures are related to osteoporosis. If you are older and you fall you can get a compression fracture that can affect the nerves and spinal cord. If you are having neurological symptoms I would see a doctor asap.

Question 6

compression fracture of my t12 when i was 15. its healed but i still have terrible back pain 11 years later and gets really bad. what would cause this?

Accepted Answer

Kyphosis: If the facture healed as awedgeand your new spineshape has your center of gravity in front oyoursacrum this leads to a lifetime of overworked muscles to keep your spine balanced  severe progressive deformities can be corrected and stiffened see a spine specialist and get serial standing xrays.

Question 7

can osteoporosis or osteopenia cause a compression fracture in the vertebrae?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Osteopenia or osteoporosis can cause vertebral compression fractures, which can be spontaneous. Also, trauma can cause these fractures.

Question 8

i had a compression fracture 15 years ago at t8 - still showing on x-ray. will this always show on an x-ray and will it still cause symptoms? i've been experiencing a lot of back pain in that area recently. what can be done for this?

Accepted Answer

Yes, potentially: A compression fracture initially visible on X-ray will always be visible on X-ray.  That is not to say it isn't healed, but rather that even when it is healed that you can still see the compression deformity.  Almost one third of women over 65 will have a visible compression fracture on X-ray.  Most don't cause pain once they heal, but they can potentially cause chronic pain if severely compressed

Question 9

could osteoporosis or osteopenia cause a compression fracture in the spinal vertebrae?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: That is the most common cause.

Question 10

help please? how much force does it take to cause a compression fracture in a healthy lumbar vertebra?

Accepted Answer

Fall or MVA: Usually a fall from 8-10 feet landing on feet or buttocks or MVA at 35 mph causing forward flexing. These figures depend on height and weight

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Can a t5 compression fracture cause back and chest pain?

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I fell and had a compression fracture 4 years ago ....i just had a mri and it says i have impingment with edma ...could the fall cause it?

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Compression fracture of my t12 when i was 15. its healed but i still have terrible back pain 11 years later and gets really bad. what would cause this?

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Can osteoporosis or osteopenia cause a compression fracture in the vertebrae?

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I had a compression fracture 15 years ago at t8 - still showing on x-ray. will this always show on an x-ray and will it still cause symptoms? i've been experiencing a lot of back pain in that area recently. what can be done for this?

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Could osteoporosis or osteopenia cause a compression fracture in the spinal vertebrae?

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Help please? how much force does it take to cause a compression fracture in a healthy lumbar vertebra?

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