Lumbar spine compression fracture can generally lie on the side, but it is not recommended to lie on the side for a long time.
Lumbar spine compression fracture is mostly seen in patients who fall from height or old age osteoporosis, due to the external force caused by the lumbar vertebral body height reduction to form compression fracture, the treatment is mainly bed rest and other conservative treatments, compression degree of seriousness needs to be used for surgical treatment.
Bed rest is mainly in the flat position, but can also lie on the side for a short period of time, in the flat position to the lateral position should be turned over in the axial position, should keep the spine in a straight line when turning over, the back should be padded against the pillow when lying on the side, to avoid fracture subluxation or nerve damage, which can make the injury worse.
Patients with lumbar compression fracture should actively cooperate with the doctor, early standardized treatment, regular review, to promote early healing of the fracture and reduce the adverse effects of the disease.