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X-Ray of Cervical Spine

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Dr. Chris Ekong


Case 4

Age: 16

Sex: Female

History: March 13, 2001. She was dropped on the head while wrestiling. Complained of neck pain and tingling in her fingers. Examination was normal. The tingling resolved by the next day.


Lateral Cervical Spin X-Rays showing:

1) All seven cervical vertebrae. 2) The spino-laminal line is well aligned.


A.P. view of cervical spine showing the spinous processes well aligned


3) Open mouth view of cervical spine showing no fracture PTO.


4) Extension and Flexion views of cervical spine showing no instability.


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