Question 1

yesterday while getting a cape put on for a haircut, it was accidentally yanked too hard around my neck causing pain before i sat down.my neck is sore today. could that force cause a cervical spine fracture?i have health anxiety also.

Accepted Answer

Health Anxiety:  It is unlikely that the force of having a cape yanked would be sufficient to fracture one of your cervical vertebrae.

Question 2

how common is it for somebody to get cervical spine fracture?

Accepted Answer

Uncommon: Fracture of the neck spine is always a risk in any neck trauma.  It is why emergency teams put the patient on a neck protective board until evaluation is possible.  But most cases of neck strain and trauma are just muscle and ligament injury, while fracture is far less common.  If you feel you have a fracture, see your orthopod or er doctor immediately.

Question 3

do doctors see a lot of patients with cervical spine fracture?

Accepted Answer

They Should: Anyone with suspected or known cervical spine fracture needs to see a doctor immediately, as some fractures are not stable and can result in paralysis or death.  Spine fractures should be treated by a orthopedic spine surgeon or qualified neurosurgeon.

Question 4

doctor scared my son talking about him having cervical spine fracture. what would you say?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Does your son have a cervical spine fracture, because that really is scary, or was the doctor talking about your son's behavior that could result in cervical spine fracture? How old is your son and what was the context of the talk?

Question 5

how do you define cervical spine fracture?

Accepted Answer

Let me explain: Fracture of the cervical spine like any fracture, the bone broken in the cervical spine, there are dangerous because could effect the nerve or the spinal cord.

Question 6

what sort of disorder is a cervical spine fracture?

Accepted Answer

Cervical spind distd: A cervical spine fracture if a cerval spine disorder.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: cervical spine fracture?

Accepted Answer

Fracture: Fracture of the cervical spine in any way from c1 to c7.

Question 8

how do you know who is most likely to get cervical spine fracture?

Accepted Answer

By  bone density.: Given equal forces of injury, a person whose bone is less dense is more likely to get a fracture.  Mild to moderate loss of bone density is known as osteopenia, and marked loss of bone density is osteoporosis.  This can be determined by a special scan.  Your bone density is determined by genetics and your intake of calcium and vitamin d, especially in your younger years.

Question 9

how to cure cervical spine fracture ?

Accepted Answer

Depends of type: Different types of fracture require different treatments. The first differentiation is whether or not the fracture is stable or unstable. Small fractures that don't affect the structural integrity of the spine often require no treatment. If the spine "slips" because of the fracture, it needs to be stabilized externally with a halo brace or internally with surgery and fusion/plate.

Question 10

i need suggestions on how to help a cervical spine fracture?

Accepted Answer

Caution: Avoid high impact & strenuous activity. Allow for healing then do rehab to regain flexibility & strength. This depends on the type and severity of the fracture.

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Yesterday while getting a cape put on for a haircut, it was accidentally yanked too hard around my neck causing pain before i sat down.my neck is sore today. could that force cause a cervical spine fracture?i have health anxiety also.

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How common is it for somebody to get cervical spine fracture?

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Do doctors see a lot of patients with cervical spine fracture?

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Doctor scared my son talking about him having cervical spine fracture. what would you say?

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How do you define cervical spine fracture?

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What sort of disorder is a cervical spine fracture?

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What is the definition or description of: cervical spine fracture?

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