Vertebral Compression Fracture
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Vertebral Compression Fracture Treatment
Treatment for a vertebral compression fracture may include:
Bed rest
Cold compresses
Back brace for a vertebral compression fracture
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications
for pain:
Ibuprofen
(
Motrin
,
Advil
)
Naproxen
(
Anaprox
,
Naprosyn
,
Aleve
)
Ketoprofen
(
Orudis
)
Narcotic pain medication
Calcium supplements
Medication for
osteoporosis
:
Estrogen
replacement therapy for women with
osteoporosis
Testosterone
therapy for men with
osteoporosis
Bisphosphonates for
osteoporosis
Surgery for a vertebral compression fracture:
Rarely required
For more information:
Osteoporosis treatment
Back injury treatment
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Last Updated: Aug 26, 2008
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;
John H. Beckett, MD
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D. Scott Gettings, MD
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