Compression Fracture

NYPMD Pain Doctors - Compression Fracture:

• Overview:

  • Compression fractures involve the collapse of vertebral bones, often due to osteoporosis or trauma.

• Causes:

  • Osteoporosis-related weakening of bones.

  • Trauma or injury, such as a fall or car accident.

  • Tumors affecting the spine.

• Symptoms:

  • Sudden onset of back pain.

  • Loss of height.

  • Changes in spinal curvature.

• Diagnosis:

  • Clinical examination.

  • Imaging studies (X-rays, MRI).

• Treatment Options:

  • Non-Surgical:

    • Pain medications.

    • Bed rest and back bracing.

  • Interventional Procedures:

    • Vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty.

    • Physical therapy for rehabilitation.

  • Surgical Options (if needed):

    • Spinal fusion.

• Specialists Involved:

  • Orthopedic Surgeons:

    • Evaluation and surgical interventions.

  • Pain Management Specialists:

    • Non-surgical pain relief options.

  • Physical Therapists:

    • Rehabilitation and strengthening exercises.

• Expert Care Outside New York:

  • Consult with NYPMD pain doctors for specialized treatment.

  • Collaborative approach for effective compression fracture management.

Note: This is a brief overview. Consultation with NYPMD specialists is recommended for personalized advice and treatment.

To learn more about the compression fracture treatment options that we offer for patients in New York State, NYC, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Long Island contact NYPMD New York Accident Doctors today. You can also request an appointment online.