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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.
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.
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