Spinal & Cranial Fracture Management
Spinal fractures range from osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCF) in the elderly to traumatic burst fractures and fracture-dislocations in vehicular or sports accidents. Dr. Achal Gupta provides emergency spinal decompression, percutaneous kyphoplasty/vertebroplasty, and minimally invasive percutaneous instrumentation.
Understanding the Pathology
Trauma or bone fragility can collapse vertebral bodies or fracture posterior elements, compromising the mechanical stability of the spine and risking spinal cord or cauda equina injury.
First-Line Conservative Management
Rigid spinal orthosis/bracing, bed rest followed by gradual mobilization, analgesics, and bone-strengthening anti-osteoporotic therapy.
Comprehensive Diagnostic Protocol
Under the direct care of Dr. Achal Gupta (Senior Neurosurgeon & Endoscopic Spine Specialist), clinical diagnosis is established through methodical physical, neurological, and advanced imaging/electrophysiological correlation to provide the most effective treatment outcome.
Common Symptoms & Warning Signs
Symptoms vary based on underlying pathology, duration of symptoms, and individual patient factors.
Sudden Severe Back or Neck Pain Following Trauma
Intense, debilitating pain triggered by a fall, accident, or heavy lifting.
Inability to Bear Weight or Stand
Severe pain upon attempting to stand or walk, with acute localized spinal tenderness.
Neurological Deficits (Tingling, Weakness)
Numbness, weakness, or loss of sensation below the level of the spinal injury.
Visible Deformity or Kyphosis
Acute loss of height or forward stooping following osteoporotic vertebral collapse.
How is this Condition Evaluated?
A methodical diagnostic process ensuring precise identification of the underlying generator and functional impact.
Emergency High-Resolution CT Spine/Brain
Evaluates bony fracture lines, retropulsed bone fragments, and canal compromise.
Spine MRI (STIR Sequences)
Distinguishes acute fractures with bone edema from healed chronic fractures, assessing cord edema.
DEXA Bone Mineral Density Scan
Evaluates underlying osteoporosis in fragility compression fractures.
When is Advanced Intervention Considered?
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty (cement augmentation) and minimally invasive percutaneous pedicle screw fixation without large open wounds.
When to Seek Urgent Medical Evaluation
While many conditions can be evaluated electively, the following signs warrant immediate medical consultation:
- •Loss of sensation or movement in legs or arms following trauma
- •Loss of bowel or bladder control
- •Progressive numbness or weakness
Frequently Asked Questions: Fracture Management
Medical Education Information
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