A lumbar compression fracture can usually return to normal in about 3 months. If it is a simple lumbar compression fracture, the degree of compression of the fracture is less than 1/2, and there is no compression of the nerves in the vertebral canal, generally conservative treatment can be taken, and you can gradually get out of bed in about 2 months, and return to normal activities in about 3 months, but you have to wear a lumbar support for protection to avoid bending down, doing heavy manual work, lifting heavy objects, and so on. If the lumbar compression fracture is serious, the degree of compression of the fracture is more than 1/2, and the nerve in the vertebral canal appeared compression symptoms, it is necessary to operate as soon as possible to cut the treatment, to carry on the lumbar vertebral fracture end of the reset and internal fixation, to relieve the nerve in the vertebral canal to relieve the compression of the symptoms of the compression of the symptoms, at least 1 month of bed rest, three months or so to return to normal activities, should avoid bending down and lifting heavy objects or heavy physical activity. How long it takes to recover from lumbar compression fracture mainly depends on the degree of compression and the treatment method chosen. It is recommended to go to the hospital for regular checkups and take radiographs to observe the recovery of the fracture.