Fractures can occur anywhere along the spine. Five to ten percent occur in the cervical (neck) region. 64% occur in the thoracolumbar (thorax/lower back) region, often at T12-L1. Spinal fractures and dislocations can pinch, compress, and even tear the spinal cord....
Spinal fractures are caused by trauma or conditions that weaken the bones. Fractures can result from low or high energy trauma: • A low energy fracture means it is the result of weakened bones, often due to osteoporosis, spine tumors or certain types of cancers....
