In fact, about two-thirds of spinal compression fractures are never diagnosed because many people think the back pain is just a part of aging and arthritis. But if osteoporosis isn't treated, it ...

A 74-year-old man sustained a T12 compression fracture after being rear-ended by an unlicensed driver in Henrico County.

Shrinking height in older adults is due to ageing. It could mean serious spinal fractures caused by bone loss over time.

The number of spinal fractures, which occurs mainly in the elderly, is increasing year by year, and the number of patients increased from 132,881 in 2018 to 157,788 in 2023.

A vertebral compression fracture (VCF) is a break in the front part of a spinal bone that causes the bone to collapse. This can lead to sudden back pain, especially with movement.

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Compression injuries typically affect the vertebrae themselves, causing fractures when axial force (weight pressing down the spine’s length) exceeds bone strength.

In more severe cases, the issue may lead to pain, reduced mobility and physical function, or lower quality of life ...

Osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCFs) have become a significant public health concern due to the high ...

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Biocon Biologics receives marketing authorizations for Vevzuo and Evfraxy biosimilars for bone-related diseases in the UK.

Some fee-for-service spine procedures in traditional Medicare will have prior authorizations added, according to CMS’ new Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction model. CMS is partnering with AI ...