Slideshow: Back Surgery for Compression Fractures
Do You Need Back Surgery?
Types of Surgery
Getting Ready for Surgery
What Happens During Surgery
Risks of Surgery
Recovery After Surgery
Getting Back in Shape
Returning to Your Activities
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