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L1 wedge compression
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
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Attached my X-ray
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If no neurological deficit, then no surgery.
Do static spine exercises along with NSAIDs and multivitamins.
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If no neurological deficit, then no surgery required
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Dr. Rajesh Gayakwad
Orthopedic surgeon
21 yrs exp
Mumbai
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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Dr. Rajinder K Sharma
Orthopedist
43 yrs exp
Chandigarh
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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