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Compression Fractures of the Spine Osteoporosis (weakened bone) and/or trauma contribute to compression fractures of the spine. The vast majority of compression fractures affect the spine, although they can occur in other parts of the body. Compression fractures of the spine may also be described as “vertebral fractures.” The most common cause of vertebral compression fractures is osteoporosis, and osteoporosis is one of group of conditions referred to as pathological fractures. Compression fractures of the spine have been shown to impact how long we live. Pneumonia is one infection that can become a problem if someone has multiple compression fractures that decrease the room for internal organs, especially the lungs. Also, pneumonia is a risk factor following a significant vertebral fracture of the thoracic spine. Compression fractures of the spine have been shown to impact how long we live. Pneumonia

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