Compression fractures less than 3/1 usually lie for how long

  Compression fractures of less than 1/3 are stable fractures and generally require bed rest for about 1 month.  Compression fractures are most common in the spine. Simple compression fractures of the vertebral body can be treated conservatively if the degree of compression is mild, i.e., if the fracture compresses less than 1/3 of the entire vertebral body. Patients need to rest in bed for one month, and after the local pain is relieved, they can walk on the ground with a brace. The brace is worn for 3 months and can be removed after the fracture has gradually healed. At the same time, patients are not allowed to bend and bear weight for six months. During the recovery period, patients can take oral medications to promote blood circulation and fracture healing.  In addition, patients should not blindly get up and move too early during the illness to avoid aggravating the compression fracture, and they can move their limbs appropriately during bed rest to reduce the risk of muscle atrophy and joint stiffness.