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My daughter has a t12 compression fracture. went to er, appointment with orthopedic tomorrow. can she get up and walk around or remain on bed rest?
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Rest willhelp: Your daughter with T12 compression fracture must be having pain while making movements, The bed rest may lessen her pain . As you are going to see orthopedic doctor tomorrow ,ask him and do as he advises .
Answered 7/21/2014
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It’s only a day-: - I would have her @ bed rest, only getting up for the bathroom. Recline her car seat to the appointment,& be sure she is seat belted.
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