Basic principles of management for cervical spine trauma

European Spine Journal - Tập 19 - Trang 18-22 - 2009
J. K. O’Dowd1
1The RealHealth Institute, London, UK

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This article reviews the basic principles of management of cervical trauma. The technique and critical importance of careful assessment is described. Instability is defined, and the incidence of a second injury is highlighted. The concept of spinal clearance is discussed. Early reduction and stabilisation techniques are described, and the indications, and approach for surgery reviewed. The importance of the role of post-injury rehabilitation is identified.

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