Osteoporosis: Diagnosis and Treatment of Painful Spine Fractures
Dr. Jeffrey Spivak discusses sudden onset of acute or severe back pain and when you should be concerned that the new pain is related to or caused by a spinal fracture. He makes recommendations about how long to wait before seeing a doctor, and what kinds of tests should be performed once you do go to your physician.
Runtime: 1 min. 35 secs.
Dr. Spivak discusses the treatment options once you have officially been diagnosed with a spinal fracture. Treatment options range from rest and pain medication to minimally invasive procedures designed to restore stability and relieve pain, like kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty.
Runtime: 2 min. 35 secs.
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