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What Is The Possible Duration Of Time To Be Taken To Have Sex After A Compression Fracture And An Accident ?
A friend suffered a compression fracture following a roof fall, not even a month ago. He swears he can have sex -- but I am fearful of causing him more problems. How long does it generally take such fractures to heal? He s in good health, 40yrs old but I m afraid he may be ignoring his doctor s advice ...
Mon, 7 Apr 2014
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Usually such type of fracture unites in 6-8 weeks time and to be followed by back extension (backward bending) exercises to have good muscle strength. My advice is he should follow the above regimen before jumping into bed.
Take care and wish him good health
Dr.chugh Orthopaedic surgeon
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Thanks for writing your query
Usually such type of fracture unites in 6-8 weeks time and to be followed by back extension (backward bending) exercises to have good muscle strength. My advice is he should follow the above regimen before jumping into bed.
Take care and wish him good health
Dr.chugh Orthopaedic surgeon
http://bit.ly/drmchugh
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