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How Long Does A Vertebral Compression Fracture Take To Get Cured?

My my right leg is in a brace due to my Broken knee surgery , and few days ago I fell on my back,and got vertebral compression fracture on L4vertebral what can I do? How can I move , walk , and help in the recovery ,& how long will it take to be healed?
Thu, 25 Oct 2018
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Hello,

It will take around six to eight week. Keep in mind that complete bed rest is required for faster recovery. Consult an orthopaedician and he will direct you further.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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How Long Does A Vertebral Compression Fracture Take To Get Cured?

Hello, It will take around six to eight week. Keep in mind that complete bed rest is required for faster recovery. Consult an orthopaedician and he will direct you further. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician