Are you suffering from sudden, intense lower back pain? If so, chances are it is a compression fracture. This is a type of spinal injury that arises when the bones of the spine (vertebrae) suffer from a trauma that causes them to collapse or break. Compression fractures occur most often in the … [Read more...] about Compression Fractures 101: Things You Need to Know
Compression Fractures and Osteoporosis
As we age, our bones get weak, thin, and prone to diseases such as osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a medical condition where your bones become fragile and weak. This is typically because of hormonal changes, loss of tissue, or calcium and vitamin deficiency. Osteoporosis can go unnoticed for … [Read more...] about Compression Fractures and Osteoporosis