What to do with a lumbar burst fracture

Patients with lumbar burst fractures usually need to consider the following methods of treatment: first, conservative treatment: if the lumbar burst fracture does not compress the spinal nerve, and the fracture remains relatively stable, bed rest, lumbar braking, 2-3 months after the review of X-rays and CT, to confirm the complete healing of the fracture before gradually leaving the bed activities. Second, surgical treatment: If the lumbar burst fracture compresses the nerve, surgical treatment should be performed as soon as possible to release the nerve compression and restore the stability of the fracture end. After surgery, lumbar back muscle training should be carried out, and bed rest should be gradually removed from bed after 2-3 months. Through the above methods of active treatment, the lumbar burst fracture can be completely cured, the patient may have sequelae after surgery, such as chronic lumbar pain, lumbar spine activity limitation, strengthening rehabilitation can make the sequelae be reduced to avoid serious impact on life.