In spinal fractures, a fracture or displacement of a vertebra can cause bone fragments to pinch and harm the spinal nerves or spinal cord. A spinal fracture may occur due to car accidents, sports, falls, gunshots, etc. A fracture in the spine, usually caused by osteoporosis, is generally referred to as a compression fracture. The foremost symptom of spinal compression fractures is back pain. The pain may get worse over time.
Compression fractures are most common in women over 50 years of age because of osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is the medical term for low bone density, and it is most common in women over 50, though it can occur in men as well.
Apart from back pain, various other symptoms of spinal compression fractures include:
Severe back pain when you stand or walk but some relief when you lie down
Difficulty in bending or twisting your body
A curved, stooped shape to your spine
Loss of height
Limited spinal mobility
Though most fractures heal with traditional treatment, severe fractures may require spine surgery in Florida to realign the bones.