Initial non-weight-bearing therapy is important for preventing vertebral body collapse in elderly patients with clinical vertebral fractures

Yoichi KishikawaKishikawa Orthopaedic Clinic, Saga City, Saga, JapanPurpose: The aim of the present conventional observational study was to compare the clinical outcomes of initial non-weight-bearing therapy and conventional relative rest therapy among elderly patients with clinical vertebral fractu...

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Main Author: Kishikawa Y
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Dove Medical Press 2012-04-01
Series:International Journal of General Medicine
Online Access:http://www.dovepress.com/initial-non-weight-bearing-therapy-is-important-for-preventing-vertebr-a9756