Common Condition
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A spinal fracture is when one of the bones in your backbone cracks or collapses, usually from a fall or from weak bones caused by osteoporosis. It can make you shorter or hunched over and cause a lot of sudden pain.
Symptoms may vary depending on the location and severity of the condition:
Tingling in legs if nerves are affected.
Difficulty bending or walking without pain.
Noticeable shrinking or stooped posture.
Sharp pain after a fall, sneeze, or minor movement.
