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Is There Anything To Support My Back?

I am age 91 (male) and in good health (I think). I do have a back vertibra problem because I ruptured my vertibera about 15 years ago by attempting to lift somehing that was too heavy. Is there any particular support for my back that you would suggest?

posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014

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Sun, 9 Dec 2018 Answered on

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General Surgeon, Dr. Shinas Hussain's Response

Hello,

Surgical fixation is not recommended at this age.

You can use a CASH brace for symptomatic relief.

Consult an orthopedician and he will prescribe the suitable brace for you.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician

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Is There Anything To Support My Back?

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