Osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (VCFs) are an increasing public health
problem. Recently, randomised controlled trials on the use of kyphoplasty and …

In osteoporosis, low bone mass and microarchitectural deterioration of bone tissue lead to
bone fragility and increased risk of fracture. 1 In the USA, 10 million people over 50 suffer …

Objective To systematically review the evidence of effectiveness of spinal orthoses for adults
with vertebral osteoporosis. Data Sources We conducted a systematic literature search …

These guidelines are an update of those made in 2007 at the request of the French Society
of Infectious Diseases (SPILF, Société de Pathologie Infectieuse de Langue Française) …

Methods This review is based on articles retrieved by a systematic search in the PubMed
and Web of Science databases for publications up to February 2018 dealing with the …

Objectives: To evaluate and compare nonoperative treatment methods for traumatic thoracic
and lumbar compression fractures and burst fractures. Design: Prospective randomized …

Study Design: Prospective, 2-center, observer-blinded, randomized controlled trial.
Objective: Investigate clinical and radiologic outcomes of bracing versus no-bracing in the …

Background and purpose The use of braces is widespread in patients with thoracolumbar
fractures. The effectiveness of bracing, however, is controversial. We sought evidence for the …

Object External supports serve as a traditional treatment option for osteoporotic vertebral
fractures (OVFs). However, the role of external supports in the treatment of OVF remains …

Abstract BACKGROUND CONTEXT Hyperextension orthoses (HOs) for nonoperative
treatment of osteoporotic vertebral fractures (OVFs) are widely prescribed. However, the …