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Is infrared therapy safe if you have a vertebral fracture?
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Benefits Unclear: No good studies have shown benefit from far infrared therapy for vertebral fractures. It may make it feel better but its' value remains unclear. As far as safety - unknown.
Answered 5/14/2012
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