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Spine Fractures & Instability
Broken or unstable vertebrae — from injury or weakened bone — needing careful assessment.
In brief
- A break in one or more vertebrae, from trauma, weakened bone or cancer
- May be stable, or unstable and threaten the spinal cord
- Can cause pain, deformity or neurological injury
- Diagnosed on CT and MRI
- Treated by bracing, or surgery to stabilise the spine when unstable
A detailed information sheet on Spine Fractures & Instability is currently being prepared. In the meantime, Mr Russell welcomes the opportunity to discuss your diagnosis and treatment options with you.
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