Know about spinal collapse caused by osteoporosis.

Know about spinal collapse caused by osteoporosis.

Osteoporosis is a disease that often occurs in elderly people over 60 years old and it is also the starting point of other diseases including Osteoporotic Vertebral Fracture that occurs when the elderly get slipped or are in an accident. 

Is Vertebral Fracture risky to whom?

People aged 60 and above are at risk of vertebral compression or fractures, mainly due to the prevalence of osteoporosis in the elderly. It weakens the bones, making them more prone to fractures when falling. However, younger individuals with strong and healthy vertebrae might also be experiencing vertebral fractures by severe accidents.

Symptoms of vertebral fractures

Vertebral fractures typically occurring around the lumbar spine, result in lower back pain. It may be difficult to detect in the early stages, and if the symptoms do not improve, seeking further medical examination is necessary, because it could lead to complications that are difficult to treat.

Symptoms that require prompt medical attention

1.Unable to do daily activities normally.

2.Having significant pain when changing positions.

3.Possible nerve compression that leads to radiating pain or numbness in the legs or arms.

Vertebral fractures diagnosing

Magnetic Resonance Imaging machine is a technology that promotes in diagnosing, it screens internal organs with electromagnetic waves. It has high accuracy, it can detect how many bones with fractures and if it has nerve compression. For the doctor to plan the treatment appropriately. 

Vertebral fractures treatment

Physicians will treat vertebral compression based on its severity and the level of pain. If the pain is not severe, it can be managed with medication or physical therapy without excessive body movement to promote recovery.

Treating vertebral compression by injecting cement to stabilize the vertebrae

In cases where the physician diagnoses that the vertebrae cannot fuse naturally, and there is no nerve compression, the doctor may choose the treatment method of injecting cement to stabilize the vertebrae. In this treatment, the cement hardens, providing support to the vertebrae and allowing for a quick recovery without extended downtime. 

Preventing osteoporosis can be achieved by consuming an adequate amount of high-calcium foods regularly and engaging in light jogging or aquatic exercises to build resistance.