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Spinal Fracture -Vertebral Fracture
Vertebral fractures are of particular concern for people with osteoporosis and osteopenia. Senior citizens are the group most at risk for osteoporosis and osteopenia. There are different types of spinal fractures -- learn about them as well as prevention and the surgeries that address vertebral fractures.
What is a Broken Neck?
Broken neck means different things to different people. A broken neck is the same thing as a spinal fracture in the cervical spine. If you fracture a bone in your neck, you have a broken neck. Broken necks can be mild, severe, catastrophic or fatal.
10 Ways to Prevent a Broken Neck
Preventing a broken neck is largely a matter of taking precaution. But it may be the best thing you ever do for yourself. Here are 10 ways to prevent a broken neck.
Prevent Spinal Fractures from Falls
Spinal fractures due to falls are the leading cause of injury, including spinal fractures, in people over 65. But you can prevent falls. The Daily Spine talks about preventing falls in seniors and the elderly, which can help reduce the risk for spinal fractures.
Compression Fracture - Type of Spinal Fracture
One type of spinal fracture is the compression fracture. Learn what happens in a compression fracture, how serious it is and what kind of surgery is done for compression fracture.
Burst Fracture - Type of Spinal Fracture
A burst fracture is similar to a compression fracture but not quite the same. Find out what the difference is between a burst fracture and a compression fracture.
Link Between Soy and Bone - Soy Foods Reduce Osteoporosis Risk
According to researchers at Vanderbilt University, there may be a link between eating soy foods and decreased risk for osteoporosis.
Spinal Fractures -- Preventing and Dealing with Spinal Fractures
Osteoporosis is a leading cause of fractures in the elderly. In the spine, osteoporosis is responsible for compression fractures and burst fractures. Fortunately, new advances in spine surgery offer solutions that are relatively easy for patients. Here are some basics on minimally invasive spine surgery, as well as information on vertebral fractures.
BEST - Bone Estrogen Strength Training Study
A study from the University of Arizona looked at strength training and calcium supplementation as was to build bone mineral density. Increasing bone mineral density plays a key role in preventing spinal fracture.
