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Aged 80.he has compression fracture at d12.and lumbar spondylosis.now he is taking bed rest for past 15 days.how much time required complete recovery?

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Compression fracture: Most compression fractures heal in 4-8 weeks. Time, medication, and bracing can all help. Miacalcin (salmon calcitonin) spray can help heal and help pain. If any neurologic signs, he should see pcp. Procedures like vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty can offer significant relief as well.

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Answered 9/24/2016

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