Question 1

could someone with a broken neck eat food?

Accepted Answer

Yes unless : As long as there is no neurologic deficit from the fracture which would have to be at such a high level leading to a complete paralysis or it is at a level that impairs function of the arms but someone could feed that person.  The injured person could sip through a long straw if near the mouth and be careful of aspiration

Question 2

can someone with a broken neck still ?eat food?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A broken neck is really a fracture of one or vertebra of the cervical spine. Once it is stabilized by surgery or allowed to heal on its on, if there is no damage to the esophagus  or the controlling nerves of deglutition the person will be able to eat any food of choice.

Question 3

what exercises can?someone ?do with broken neck?

Accepted Answer

Not much: Excessive exercise is a bad idea with a broken neck.  A slip, trip, or fall can cause paralysis.  If the collar is in place and the patient has no neurological impairment and if the fracture is stable in the collar (only your spine surgeon can tell you this), 
then walking is your only activity.

Question 4

how?do yo confirm the diagnosis of ?a broken neck?

Accepted Answer

Radiographically: Xrays
ct of the cervical spine
mri cervical spine
these are all tests to confirm a broken neck.

Question 5

how long does it it take to recover a broken neck?

Accepted Answer

More info: Depends on type of fracture and neurologic  injury need more info generally 6 weeks for bone and soft tissue at minimum

Question 6

is it possible to survive after having a broken neck?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you get it immobilized in time, and the vertebrae don't injure your spine, you may do well.  Even if you are paralyzed, you can survive, although you may need a breathing machine (ventilator) to live (depending on how high/severe the injury is).

Question 7

can doing neck stretches or exercise lead to a broken neck?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely unless : There is an underlying problem creating a weakness of the bone like parathyroid or thyroid issues, kidney issues, an underlying tumor in the bone, dietary issues or malabsorption problems  to name a few.  If otherwise healthy, there should be no issues with typical exercise routines.

Question 8

i am recovering from broken neck, don't want to gain weight, how?

Accepted Answer

Watch intake: Match input change with output exercise change  jeal neck first then address other less important issues rest and stillness help fractures heal.

Question 9

how long does it normally take for a broken neck to heal completely?

Accepted Answer

It varies widely: The length of time can vary widely depending on age of the patient, severity of the fracture, stability of the fracture, associated injuries, associated medical conditions and patient nutritional status. Diabetics and smokers, among others, heal slower than those without these risk factors. You should see a specialist and seek their advice regarding each individualized scenario.

Question 10

i wanted to know is it possible to recover from a broken neck fully?

Accepted Answer

Depends on injury: Neurologic recovery may be static. The bones will heal and although it may take 2 years, the bone original pain can subside.

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