Question 1

multiple old fractures in spine, fell on coffee table received wedged compression fracture of l1 & also told i have osteoporosis, i should hve pain?

Accepted Answer

No: Not necessarily.  Some people with vertebral fractures don't have pain.  The L1 fracture may be old therefore not causing you pain.

Question 2

what would be the best way to treat a compression fracture in l2 or l3 and if untreated what would i look forward to down the road? 22, x-ray at 20.

Accepted Answer

Depends: This depends on why you have the compression fractures (assuming trauma at your age), how much vertebral body height is lost, if there is any abnormal angulation of your spine at that level, and if there is any significant retropulsion of bone into the spinal canal.  The answers to these questions determine the specific details of how you may do in future.  However most heal in matter of months.Gl!

Question 3

6 y.o. kid with vertebral compression fracture (t8-t9 fractured and contusion in t12-l2), fell from 6-7 ft, no pain, feels fine. is it ok in the first 3 months after the trauma: 1) to sit? 2) to sleep either on his back with a pillow or on side?

Accepted Answer

: He should sleep in any position he wants. His body will decide whether it is appropriate.

Question 4

entire right but cheek turning "black" ct shows old fracture of t12 with benign-nodual compression fracture l1 and l2. extreme pain. recover time?

Accepted Answer

Compression fracture: Compression fractures of vertebrae take up to 12 weeks to heal. The discoloration in the buttock area was most likely due to blood leaking downward or directly due to buttock trauma. An orthopedic surgeon can advise and treat you. Cases with prolonged pain can have" cement "injection into vertebra.

Question 5

i met with accident & got ' wedge compression fracture to l1 vertebra' what is the treatement given in such cases i have been advised only bed rest?

Accepted Answer

No: That is bad advice.  You should not be confined to bed - you will become weak and the healing will be affected.  First, find a new doctor.  Second, ask about physical therapy or kyphoplasty (a fairly quick surgical procedure).   Depending on the severity, one or the other may be indicated.

Question 6

i am 29/m,  my mri scan says i have a wedge compression fracture at l1 and l3-l4=12mm l4-l5=12mm. rest all 13mm. can i be able to take up sports?

Accepted Answer

L1 compression: fracture....discuss this with your doctor.  Make sure you know the cause. (trauma, infection, metabolic bone disease-low calcium or vitamin D etc) If you have pain this could limit your activities. You should try to stay active. Swimming might be good.  I'd certainly avoid outdoor ice hockey, ice fishing, bob sledding or other activities that would take you thousands of miles from your doctor !

Question 7

how long does a compression fracture last?

Accepted Answer

3months: On the average less pain in 4 weeks.

Question 8

when a boy has compression fracture, what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

Spine fracture: Usually compression fractures are referring to spine fractures.  Compression fractures by definition involve the anterior column of the spine.  Depending on the location and amount of compression determines treatment.

Question 9

how will having compression fracture affect me down the road?

Accepted Answer

Should be fine: Most people with a single compression fracture wil be able to function without much difficulty.  Some patients a mild back ache but nothing that prevents them from doing most everything. If older people have multiple compression fractures from osteoporosis sometimes that can be debilitating.

Question 10

how would a compression fracture in a 93 yr. old woman be treated?

Accepted Answer

Conservatively: If it is causing pain, with gentle pain medications (nsaids like advil or Aleve unless contraindicated; or if more severe, tylenol (acetaminophen) #3). If it is not causing pain, most would leave it be. No surgery is indicated, especially in a 93 year old.

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Multiple old fractures in spine, fell on coffee table received wedged compression fracture of l1 & also told i have osteoporosis, i should hve pain?

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What would be the best way to treat a compression fracture in l2 or l3 and if untreated what would i look forward to down the road? 22, x-ray at 20.

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6 y.o. kid with vertebral compression fracture (t8-t9 fractured and contusion in t12-l2), fell from 6-7 ft, no pain, feels fine. is it ok in the first 3 months after the trauma: 1) to sit? 2) to sleep either on his back with a pillow or on side?

A member asked:

Entire right but cheek turning "black" ct shows old fracture of t12 with benign-nodual compression fracture l1 and l2. extreme pain. recover time?

A member asked:

I met with accident & got ' wedge compression fracture to l1 vertebra' what is the treatement given in such cases i have been advised only bed rest?

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I am 29/m, my mri scan says i have a wedge compression fracture at l1 and l3-l4=12mm l4-l5=12mm. rest all 13mm. can i be able to take up sports?

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How long does a compression fracture last?

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When a boy has compression fracture, what does it mean?

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How will having compression fracture affect me down the road?

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How would a compression fracture in a 93 yr. old woman be treated?

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