Living with a vertebral compression fracture (VCF) can completely upend a person’s life. The excruciating, unrelenting pain localized in the spine turns everyday movements – like sitting up, bending over, or even turning in bed – into monumental challenges. Historically, conservative management dictated weeks, or even months, of absolute bed rest combined with high-dose painkillers. […]
When you are suffering from a physical illness that hinders your free movement and restricts your ability to perform day-to-day activities, that is a sign of approaching long-term illness. This could result in varied problems relating to mobility and strength. If the condition worsens you might have to resort to heavy medication or even surgeries. […]