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Compression fracture
A condition in which a vertebra bone in the spine decreases in height due to a fracture.
Is a type of:Fracture
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | Rare | ||||
| Preteen6-13 | |||||
| Teenager14-18 | |||||
| Young adult19-40 | Common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common |
How it can usually be treated?
Incurable but treatment can help
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
Body locations
Bones
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