Cervical spine fracture, Neurosurgery FAQ

Understanding Cervical Spine Fractures: Recovery and Treatment Insights

Cervical spine fracture Hello Doctor, my relative was in a car accident two days ago. The vehicle in front made an emergency stop, causing my relative, who was riding a motorcycle, to collide with it due to insufficient braking. They experienced severe pain at the scene and were ...

Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
1. The pain is not caused by edema, but by nerve damage; edema can occur during the acute phase of nerve injury. 2. If the limbs are still functional, the risk of subsequent paralysis is low, unless further injury occurs. 3. This depends on the severity of the initial nerve d...

Understanding Recovery Expectations After Cervical Spine Fracture Surgery

Expected Recovery After Cervical Spine Fracture Surgery Hello Doctor: A relative has suffered a cervical spine fracture due to diving, and the patient can currently only move their limbs slightly. Surgery has been scheduled, and the doctor's diagnosis is as follows: fracture...

Dr. Zhang Junwei Reply:
Without detailed imaging reports and neurological examinations, it is not possible to provide an answer.

Understanding Cervical Spine Fractures: Treatment and Recovery Insights

Cervical spine fracture Hello, Doctor. I was in a car accident on November 10th last year, where I was rear-ended by a car traveling at 14 km/h. At the time, I sustained abrasions on my right knee and shoulder. After nearly four months of follow-up, while driving on February 26th...

Dr. Lai Zhaokang Reply:
Hello: If you have a fracture of the odontoid process of the second cervical vertebra and surgery is not required, you will need to wear a SOMI (Sterno-Occipital-Mandibular Immobilizer) collar for about 3 to 6 months, even while sleeping. If your symptoms persist and MRI shows th...