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Physiotherapy Rehabilitation in an Ignored Case of Spinal Compression Fracture- A Case Report

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Neha Chitale1, Tushar Palekar2
» doi: 10.48047/ecb/2023.12.10.332

Abstract

Spinal Compression fracture is a result of osteoporosis most common in post-menopausal women. Osteoporosis is the condition in which bones become brittle as the bone density is reduced. In post-menopausal women due to the hormones, Calcium uptake is reduced leading to osteoporosis. Physiotherapy is a way of manage such fractures. A 58 year old postmenopausal female with L1 wedge compression fracture was treated with physiotherapy rehabilitation protocol along with bracing. Rehabilitation protocol included interferential therapy, isometric exercises and strengthening exercises. In Conclusion physiotherapy with bracing was considered effective in managing pain and disability post lumbar compression fracture.

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