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How Long Will It Take To Heal L3 Compression Fracture?
Hi, i am a 26 year old lady,I had a fall in May 2011 which i realised it to be an L3 compression fracture in June 2011, i took rest for 2.5 months with minimal travel in between, now i am back to work which is a sitting job, my pain has not reduced and i still feel the bone protruding out. How long does this take to heal completely? does this cause any side effects if i am planning for pregnancy in another 5 months?
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Hi,
Usually, fractures heal by 6-8 weeks with proper treatment. In your case, even after fracture healing, it's possible to have altered spine mechanism of weight transmission. That could reason of persistent pain. Any recommendations would require physical examination and few investigations.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Rajesh Gayakwad, Orthopedic Surgeon
Usually, fractures heal by 6-8 weeks with proper treatment. In your case, even after fracture healing, it's possible to have altered spine mechanism of weight transmission. That could reason of persistent pain. Any recommendations would require physical examination and few investigations.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Rajesh Gayakwad, Orthopedic Surgeon
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