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THORACIC COMPRESSION FRACTURES AND POSTURAL CHANGES

Posted by harryboy7 @harryboy7, 1 day ago

I recently had a T8 compression fracture. I wore a brace for 4 months. Also had one 10 years ago, at T12. I have noticed some alarming changes to my body. I now have Kyphosis. My spine has lost height, which has caused postural changes. It is pushing forward an compressing my organs. Suddenly my stomach is pushed outward. Like my body was folded in half. I am wondering if anyone has experienced this. (You can look up Kyphosis and Thoracic compression fractures ).
I now have been slightly out of breath and having loud sloshing sounds in my abdomen. My doctor has mentioned the compression fracture is mostly causing this.
I would love to hear from people who know what I am talking about, and share their personal experiences. Thank you

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laura1970 | @laura1970 | 4 hours ago
In reply to @harryboy7 "@laura1970 Great information. I live in SLC Utah. It is the University of Utah, and it..." + (show)
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@laura1970 Great information. I live in SLC Utah. It is the University of Utah, and it is a trauma I. Its pretty big. It is a teaching hospital, and big in research. Medical school, and moran eye center, Part of the U is the Huntsman Cancer Hospital/institute.
The Ortho docs, Neuro Surgeon ex are incredible.
Your advice is great! Thanks for sharing that!

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@harryboy7 remember when you do you research that it is the interventional radiologist, not the surgeon, who performs the procedure. Thanks for the kudos ❤️

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