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What does a Compression Fracture feel like?

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@robinleebru

I will be 12 months out from a T12 fracture adter a direct fall on tile at my tailbone which jammed my spine up to my neck….took my breath away and could not get up….in hospital 6 days. 3 months later was still in severe pain. Went to neurosurgeon who said my fracture was getting worse as the height loss had gone from 30% to 50%. Was tested for OP which was at -.3 worse in n spine. Had a vertebroplasty done at T12 on Oct 3, 2024, but after 7mths I am better, but still have low to mid back pain late in day everyday. Ice is the only thing that gives me relief. Have a PT training me for posture, balance and some weights to strengthen my core. Do not wish to start drugs at this time. I am with you ladies as to the struggle with op and fractures. Pray we all improve with time!

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255anny...sounds painful; hope you get relief soon! A little confused - if you've been on osteo meds for 4 years why would you fracture? Isn't the reason to take powerful osteo meds so we don't fracture? I know meds lower the risk of fracture but was always assuming the actually risk would disappear as long as you are being treated? Would be interesting to see if there is any data on actual fractures on people taking any osteo meds. Worrisome.