Preface
Cervical spine is located in the area of neck and composed of seven cervical bones; it is an important pathway for conducting brain command; so if it is injured, it could incur fatality.
Causes of Cervical Spinal Injury
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Traffic accidents
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Excise injuries such as diving
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Violated neck rotation
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Collision and falling accident
Symptoms
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Neck pain
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Fragile and numb limbs
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Fragile upper limbs
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Stool and urine incontinence
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Severe conditions like dyspnes, shock, and even death
Examinations
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X-rays
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CT scan
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MRI
Treatment
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Medication is often prescribed for pain control.
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Patients are required to wear neck collar.
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If there is no spodylolisthesis or fractures, rehabilitation is highly recommended.
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If patients still suffer from severe symptoms like complicated herniated disc problem, fractures, or spondylolisthesis, they often required to undergo operation.
Preventions
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Maintain accurate body postures
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Follow traffic regulations and fasten your seat belt when driving
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Avoid dangerous activities like wild car racing or diving
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For injured patients, adequate neck collar protection is mandatory during the healing process.
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