Spinal fractures caused by osteoporosis – a disease that causes the body to lose bone, make too little bone, or both – are among the most painful. These fractures are also often ignored by people 50 years of age and older, the most often affected age group.
Learn about treatment options for these common spinal fractures during an informative presentation – Osteoporosis Induced Spinal Fractures: What You Need to Know – with John Spitalieri, D.O., neurosurgeon, YRMC PhysicianCare.
The free presentation is scheduled for 9-11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 10, at The Club at Prescott Lakes, 311 East Smoke Tree Lane in Prescott. Reservations are required by Nov. 2 and a healthy breakfast will be provided.
Some people experience back pain after a spinal fracture; still others attribute their pain to back strain, and some have no symptoms. This can make diagnosing spinal fractures very difficult. Over time, a spinal fracture that’s left untreated may result in:
Back pain that gets worse when standing or walking.
Trouble bending or twisting your body.
Loss of height.
A curved, stooped shape to your spine.
Dr. Spitalieri – who treats people with a wide range of neurological issues at YRMC PhysicianCare’s Spine Center – has extensive experience helping people with spinal fractures live a more active life. QCBN
To RSVP for Osteoporosis Induced Spinal Fractures: What You Need to Know, or for more information, call 928-708-4636.
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