Spine Fracture Management
Comprehensive treatment of spinal fractures from conservative to surgical management.
Overview
Spinal fractures require prompt and expert management to prevent neurological compromise and deformity. Dr. Patel provides comprehensive care for all types of spinal fractures from osteoporotic compression fractures to high-energy traumatic injuries.
When to Consider This Treatment
- Acute severe back pain after trauma
- Neurological symptoms (numbness, weakness)
- Loss of height or spinal deformity
- Pain with movement or weight-bearing
- History of osteoporosis with acute onset of pain
Dr. Patel's Approach
Treatment is tailored to fracture type, stability, and neurological status. Options include conservative management with bracing, minimally invasive vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty for osteoporotic fractures, and surgical fixation for unstable injuries using modern pedicle screw instrumentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about spine fracture management
Do all spinal fractures require surgery?+
No, many stable fractures can be treated successfully with bracing and activity modification. Surgery is reserved for unstable fractures or those with neurological compromise.
What is recovery like after a spinal fracture?+
Recovery varies by injury severity. Stable fractures treated conservatively heal in 6-12 weeks. Surgical patients typically return to normal activities within 3-6 months.