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Managing Pain from Osteoporotic Fractures: What Works?
Published: Apr 28, 2024
Pain from osteoporotic fractures can be debilitating. Discover effective therapies to manage and alleviate this pain.
Initial Pain Management
For mild to moderate pain, over-the-counter medications like acetaminophen and ibuprofen are often sufficient. Intranasal calcitonin can be added for pain relief, although it may take a few weeks to be effective.
When Pain Persists
If pain remains severe, opioids may be necessary, but they come with side effects such as constipation and sedation. For those who can't manage on oral medications, vertebral augmentation might be considered.
Chronic Pain Solutions
For pain persisting beyond a few months, assessment for nonhealing fractures is crucial. Options include continued medication or vertebral augmentation, but the latter may not always improve chronic pain.
Frequently Asked Questions
With acetaminophen or ibuprofen, possibly combined with calcitonin.
Opioids may be used, or vertebral augmentation if needed.
Yes, including reassessment and possibly vertebral augmentation.
Pain Management Strategies
Various therapies can manage osteoporotic fracture pain, but each comes with its own considerations.
References
- Gennari C. Bone 2002; 30:67S.
- Lyritis GP, Paspati I, Karachalios T, et al. Acta Orthop Scand Suppl 1997; 275:112.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic. Always discuss health information with your healthcare provider.
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