Mild Superior Endplate Compression

Mild Superior Endplate Compression FAQ

What is a t11 fracture?

Definition/Description. Most thoracic spine fractures occur in the lower thoracic spine, with 60% to 70% of thoracolumbar fractures occurring in the T11 to L2 region, which is the biomechanically weak for stress. The majority of these fractures occur without spinal cord injury.

What are treatment options for a compression fracture of t12?

Compression Fracture Treatment. Treatment for the vertebral fracture will typically include non-surgical care , such as rest, pain medication, use of heat or ice for local pain, and slow return to mobility . Surgery may also be advisable. The two most common types of surgery for this type of fracture are vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty.

How to treat spinal compression fractures without surgery?

Healing Spinal Fractures Without Surgery. A good physical therapy program started six to eight weeks after the fracture is often enough to treat the injury and prevent further problems. Therapies such as ice, electrical stimulation, rest or gentle stretching can relieve pain and inflammation.

What is spurring of the endplates?

Bone spurs, also known as osteophytes, form along the edges of the vertebral endplates of the spine, according to the Laser Spine Institute. The body creates these spurs to support a weak spine.