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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?

Q: 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?

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

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

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

Dr Berryman and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/16/2022

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A member asked:

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 doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Berryman and another doctor agreed

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