broken vertebrae

I have a compreswsion fracture of my T11 vertebrae due to a recent car accident (6/27/09).  I am wearing a brace for the pain.  No surgery was required.  Pain is still really bad at times,  Is there some type of physical or massage therapy that will help with the healing process?  A friend who has had lots of back problems says I should be having massage therapy.

[Adam Tanase, D.C.]

Give it a try, for sure. I would also recommend acupuncture, physical therapy, and even Upper Cervical Chiropractic care. Anything that can help your body heal, reduce mechanical stress, and relax the surrounding musculature will be beneficial.