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vertebral compression fracture

Dr. Vivek Badhe is a osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture diagnosis & treatment specialist located at Khadakpada, Kalyan (W). Top rated osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture specialist has experience in treating osteoporotic vertebral compression fracture patients both surgically & non-surgically.

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What are Vertebral Compression Fractures

Compression fractures occur when vertebrae (bones in your spine) become weak and break. These breaks are often aggregation of multiples small breaks in the vertebrae. These fractures are more common in females above 50s. As a person ages, bones become weak and osteoporosis starts setting in. Capacity of vertebrae to withstand axial loads decreases. When verterbral compression fracture occur, there is severe pain, loss of height and deformity. These fractures are more common in thoracic spine (mid-back)


 

Risk Factors for Vertebral Compression Fractures

  • Osteoporosis makes bone fragile. In severe cases, vertebral compression fractures can occur during routine activities such as lifting light objects, forceful sneezing, stepping out of shower. Conversly, individuals with moderate osteoporosis typically require greater force or trauma.

  • Incidence of verterbal compression fractures escalates with age.

  • Likelihood of sustaining a second vertebral compression fracture is significant higher in individuals who have experienced one osteoporotic compression fracture.

  • Certain medications - Certain medication such as cancer chemotherapy, glucocorticoids, anti-convulsants, Gonandotropin releasing hormone agonists, Immunosuppressive drugs, Warfarin, aromatase inhibitors, thyroid hormones may lead to osteoporosis, known as drug-induced osteoporosis.

Symptoms of Vertebral Compression Fractures

The primary manifestations of vertebral compression fractures may encompass the following symptoms. either independently or in conjunction:

  • Abrupt onse of back pain

  • Heightened pain severity upon standing or walking

  • Alleviation of pain intensity when lying on the back

  • Restricted spinal mobility

  • Progressive loss of height

  • Eventual development of deformity and impairment

When should you visit Mukund Spine Clinic

It is advisable to consult a doctor to assess back pain if:

  • You are older than 60 years.

  • Your pain persists at the same level during rest and activity.

  • You experience unintentional weight loss.

  • You have a history of cancer or are currently undergoing treatment for cancer.

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You should seek immediate medical attention in emergency department if you have any of the following symptoms in addition to back pain

  • Loss of control over your bowel & bladder

  • Severe pain, numbness & weakness

  • High fever

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