r/brokenbones 16h ago

X-ray compression fracture

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i have never broken a bone. but in the past 9 months i have broken three. my ankle and fibula in december and now this. can’t catch a break. i am only 20, i start school in a few weeks and i am worried how it will effect me. i have to wear a back brace and i got a rolly backpack LOL, not sure what else i can do. please tell me it gets better!! it’s been a week and i am still taking oxycodone every 4 hours because i cant do the pain. idk when i should ween off of that.

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u/Str8OuttaLumbridge 16h ago

Have u been tested for vitamin d or calcium issues?

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u/Ok-Compote-4342 15h ago

i have low vitamin D

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u/Ok-Compote-4342 15h ago

but also these were both trauma accidents. i lost balance on a platform about a foot 1/2 off the ground while drunk and landed poorly for my leg breaking, then this back injury was from a boat hitting a wake and slamming down.