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I have three compression fractures in my vertebrae due to osteo. too old for surgery. rib cage pain and feel like i am breaking into. i have brace.
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Endocrinologist: Seeing a specialist that deals with metabolic bone disease is where i would start. They can see what treatments you have taken for osteoporosis and see if they can modify those treatments to avoid future fractures.
Answered 10/21/2018
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Consider options: You may benefit from an evaluation by a spine surgeon. A procedure called kyphoplasty may be an option. Check out kyphon.Com.
Answered 11/7/2013
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