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Suggest Treatment For T12 Compression Fracture

I was rear ended in a car accident last May and x rays showed a T12 compression fracture. I am now experiencing pain in the T12 region every day, and am icing it every night for some relief. What future problems might I have due to this injury. I am 64, and already have chronic cervical and lumbar pain from previous vehicle accidents with whiplash type injury.
Fri, 26 Jun 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement 's  Response
D12 & L1 vertebra lies at the transition zone of thoracic and lumber area of spine. spine takes curve here from kyphotic to lordotic shape.so it bears a very high load and it is very unstable zone.compression of D12 vertebra makes it more unstable. that causes chronic pain at this region.
For pain relief , you could start analgesic such as ibuprofen or sustained release diclofenac. Back strengthening and extension regime muscle exercise give support to the spine at this area and helps in reducing pain and instability. For this you need expert's guidance by rehab specialist and physical therapist.

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Suggest Treatment For T12 Compression Fracture

D12 & L1 vertebra lies at the transition zone of thoracic and lumber area of spine. spine takes curve here from kyphotic to lordotic shape.so it bears a very high load and it is very unstable zone.compression of D12 vertebra makes it more unstable. that causes chronic pain at this region. For pain relief , you could start analgesic such as ibuprofen or sustained release diclofenac. Back strengthening and extension regime muscle exercise give support to the spine at this area and helps in reducing pain and instability. For this you need expert s guidance by rehab specialist and physical therapist. Hope this helps. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health