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What Is The Prognosis For Constant Pain For Several Years After Old Fractures At T8 And T10?
Question: I have old fractures of my T8 and T 10. I have been in a great deal of pain for several years and am wondering what are my treatment options other than medications which don't help me much.
What about surgical intervention?
What about surgical intervention?
Brief Answer:
Treatment options explained in detail below.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Vertebral fracture is commonly caused by osteoporosis.
I see that you are already taking several medications to relieve the pain.
The treatment of old vertebral fracture mainly consists in:
-Medications are the first line of treatment.I suggest you to reconsider the medications that you are already taking and take alternative one.You should consult your doctor about this treatment.
-physical therapy may help with general muscle strengthening.
-avoid activities that may put you at risk like high-intensity exercise
-acupuncture can help
-calcium and vitamin D supplements can treat the osteoporosis
If the pain persists than surgery may be considered.You should consul a surgeon about the details of the procedure of the surgery.
Hope my answer was helpful.If you have any other question Ill be glad to help.
Regards,
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
Treatment options explained in detail below.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Vertebral fracture is commonly caused by osteoporosis.
I see that you are already taking several medications to relieve the pain.
The treatment of old vertebral fracture mainly consists in:
-Medications are the first line of treatment.I suggest you to reconsider the medications that you are already taking and take alternative one.You should consult your doctor about this treatment.
-physical therapy may help with general muscle strengthening.
-avoid activities that may put you at risk like high-intensity exercise
-acupuncture can help
-calcium and vitamin D supplements can treat the osteoporosis
If the pain persists than surgery may be considered.You should consul a surgeon about the details of the procedure of the surgery.
Hope my answer was helpful.If you have any other question Ill be glad to help.
Regards,
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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