A member asked:

I have a hairline fracture on my neck, the 2nd vertabrae to be exact, how long do you thing it would take to heal?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

8-12 weeks: An fracture of the C2 vertebrae, depending on the area involved, typically takes 8-12 weeks to heal and will need to be followed closely to make sure it does not displace.

Answered 3/16/2018

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