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What's the difference in a spinal compression fracture and a spinal compression deformity?
When I research them online it talks about them like they are both one in the same.
When I read about compression deformities and fractures it says they happen to the elderly. I am only 25 so I am wondering why my MRI found a compression deformity.
Also, my back really hurts...is this normal for compression deformities?
1 Answer
- Doctor JLv 79 years ago
A compression deformity is a chronic/permanent condition that is usually the result of a compression fracture. If you have this type of deformity and no history of trauma, your doc needs to do some evaluations to determine its cause.
Best wishes and good luck.
