A study in France has found that pamidronate (a bone antiresorptive agent) provides rapid and sustained pain relief in patients with osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (VCFs), although ...

Minor bumps or falls may lead to fractures, especially in the hip, wrist or spine. These types of fractures are often the first sign of the disease. If you notice that you’re getting shorter, the ...

also known as spinal compression fractures, are the most common types of fragility fractures in older adults. Typically, ...

These types of fractures are often the first sign of the disease. If you notice that you're getting shorter, the cause could be compression fractures in the spine; this too is a common symptom of ...

Affected children and young adults should undergo a thorough diagnostic workup, including collection of clinical history, ...

The primary concern with cervical spine fractures is the risk of spinal cord compression, which can lead to severe ...

Flagstaff surgeons complete first OsteoPearl allograft implant procedure, offering a natural alternative for osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures.