Dynamic imaging

Dynamic imaging

Lateral flexion–extension radiographs of the cervical spine should not be undertaken acutely , although they can have a role in assessing spinal stability in the longer term.

Figure 30.18 Sagittal T2-weighted magnetic resonance imaging scan demonstrating a cervical spine subluxation and spinal cord contusion.

Diagnostic imaging of spinal injuries /uni25CF /uni25CF

Clear visualisation of the cervicothoracic junction is mandatory Plain cervical spine radiographs fail to identity 15% of injuries

Dynamic imaging

Lateral flexion–extension radiographs of the cervical spine should not be undertaken acutely , although they can have a role in assessing spinal stability in the longer term.

Figure 30.18 Sagittal T2-weighted magnetic resonance imaging scan demonstrating a cervical spine subluxation and spinal cord contusion.

Diagnostic imaging of spinal injuries /uni25CF /uni25CF

Clear visualisation of the cervicothoracic junction is mandatory Plain cervical spine radiographs fail to identity 15% of injuries

Dynamic imaging

Lateral flexion–extension radiographs of the cervical spine should not be undertaken acutely , although they can have a role in assessing spinal stability in the longer term.

Figure 30.18 Sagittal T2-weighted magnetic resonance imaging scan demonstrating a cervical spine subluxation and spinal cord contusion.

Diagnostic imaging of spinal injuries /uni25CF /uni25CF

Clear visualisation of the cervicothoracic junction is mandatory Plain cervical spine radiographs fail to identity 15% of injuries