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L1 wedge compression

2023-09-05 12:58:32
I'm a 60 year old male patient and  was diagnosed with L1 wedge compression. Taking pain killers now . Is surgery recommended or just simple approach . Attached my X-ray
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If no neurological deficit,  then no surgery. Do static spine exercises along with NSAIDs and multivitamins.

Answered2023-09-06 23:17:40

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Get a spine surgeon opinion.

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Treatment is decided based on symptoms and investigation findings. If symptoms are not severe and not limiting activities of daily living without neurological deficit, simple or non surgical approach is advisable. Also, reason for wedge compression need to understood. Detailed history and clinical examination is required.

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Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh health Department Govt Multispeciality Hospital retired Chandigarh(U.T)

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If no neurological deficit, then no surgery required

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