Ninglike,I can't speak for anyone else but I have 6 fx's due to trauma and undiagnosed osteoporosis. I am on Forteo x 6 was and have very few side effects. I can honestly tell you I feel stronger and I wear a back brace and take supplements. Ask your Dr
I had a T12 fx for 3 years and didn't know it in fact worked and it healed itself. Good luck