i have developed compression fracture D10,11.12.I. am 63 yr old male vegeterian& afraid of injections.how much Ca & Cholecalciferol( mg/iu) I need daily.Do i need Ibandronate 150mg monthly.Do i need Taylors Dorsolumbar moulded brace.I have pain on coughing on both 11th ribs.Dexa scan shows mild Osteoporosis.I am on Valproate 600 mg daily for last 3.5 yrs & cant stop.
Hello, Braces are essential to prevent displacement of the fractured segments which might lead to neurological weakness. You can continue all your routine Chat Doctor.  You can take over the counter available expectorant cough syrups for cough. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.