Conservative care for patients with osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures

Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am. 2007 Aug;18(3):577-91, xi. doi: 10.1016/j.pmr.2007.05.008.

Abstract

As the aging population grows, vertebral compression fractures are becoming an important source of pain and dysfunction. Management can be complex, because care may require multiple treatment modalities and the treatment plan must be tailored to the individual's pain, functional limitations, and goals. Treatment options usually involve a combination of medications, bracing, and physical therapy. This article reviews current recommendations for managing vertebral compression fractures. Indications, complications, and treatment options, including vertebral augmentation, are discussed.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Bone Density
  • Fractures, Compression / diagnosis
  • Fractures, Compression / epidemiology
  • Fractures, Compression / etiology*
  • Fractures, Compression / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Orthotic Devices
  • Osteoporosis / complications*
  • Osteoporosis / epidemiology
  • Pain / prevention & control
  • Physical Therapy Modalities
  • Spinal Fractures / diagnosis
  • Spinal Fractures / epidemiology
  • Spinal Fractures / etiology*
  • Spinal Fractures / therapy*
  • United States / epidemiology