“How long should it take for a fractured vertebra to heal?”
I am a 48 year old female and I have a fractured vertebra. How long should it take for a fractured vertebra to heal?
5 Answers
OrthopedistOrthopedist
Healing of a fractured vertebrae usually takes 3 months.
Three months to fully heal, but we only brace for 8 weeks unless there is instability.
Good question, it could take up to a year to heal depending on risk factors. However, this should be followed carefully to ensure the bone is healing in a correct way.
I am sorry to hear that you sustained such an injury. It usually takes 3 months for the vertebra to heal. Hope that you will heal soon.
Fractures generally heal in 6-8 weeks. However, factors such as smoking, nutritional status and medical problems such a diabetes may slow the baking process. Consult your orthopedic surgeon if there is an issue with bone healing.
