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How Long Does It Usually Take For A T12 Compression Fracture To Heal?

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Posted on Thu, 3 Mar 2022
Question: How long does it usually take to heal? i.e. with no more pain! What is a good over the counter medication to stop the pain and help to heal a T12 compression FRACTURE? And does fracture mean broken or just cracked?
do i need a back brace or back injection
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Your vertebral body is broken and compressed.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

A compression fracture of vertebra takes 6-8 weeks to heal. It means that the body of the vertebra has broken and has got compressed due to the pressure. To stop the pain, OTC medicines will not help you much as there are mild pain killers. You need stronger pain killers like Tramadol and oral muscle relaxants that are available on prescription.
You need a back brace. Only injection will not help. Once the bone heals, the pain will go away.

I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.

Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.

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How Long Does It Usually Take For A T12 Compression Fracture To Heal?

Brief Answer: Your vertebral body is broken and compressed. Detailed Answer: Hello, A compression fracture of vertebra takes 6-8 weeks to heal. It means that the body of the vertebra has broken and has got compressed due to the pressure. To stop the pain, OTC medicines will not help you much as there are mild pain killers. You need stronger pain killers like Tramadol and oral muscle relaxants that are available on prescription. You need a back brace. Only injection will not help. Once the bone heals, the pain will go away. I hope this answers your query. In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out. Wishing you good health. Regards. Dr. Praveen Tayal.