- 1397 George Dieter Drive, Suite D, El Paso TX 79936
- 1900 N. Oregon St Suite 300, El Paso, TX 79902
- 1397 George Dieter Drive, Suite D, El Paso TX 79936
- 1900 N. Oregon St Suite 300, El Paso, TX 79902
When Back Pain Starts Suddenly, It May Be a Spine Fracture
Sudden back pain in older adults should not be ignored.
If you or a loved one develops new, severe back pain, it may be caused by a compression fracture in the spine—even without a major injury.
At Medway Pain Center in El Paso, TX, we help older adults find relief from sudden back pain and identify the cause quickly.
If you are searching for sudden back pain in elderly in El Paso, we are here to help.
As we age, bones can become weaker due to osteoporosis.
This means:
One of the most common causes of sudden back pain in older adults is a compression fracture.
This happens when a bone in the spine collapses.
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You should take sudden back pain seriously if there is, These may be signs of a spine fracture.
You should seek medical care right away if
Treatment depends on the cause of your pain.
Options may include:
For patients with spine fractures, kyphoplasty may help:
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At Medway Pain Center, we focus on finding the cause of your pain. This may include:
Ignoring sudden back pain can lead to:
Early care helps improve outcomes.
Yes. It may be a sign of a spine fracture or other condition.
Yes. Weak bones can fracture without major injury.
Imaging such as X-rays or MRI may be used.
Yes. Many patients improve with non-surgical or minimally invasive treatments.
If the pain is sudden, severe, or limiting movement, it should be evaluated.
You deserve comfort and support.
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