What is Cervical Spine Subluxation?

Description of the disease:

Cervical spine subluxation is a condition in which a vertebra comes out of its usual position in the cervical spine.

Classification:

• Traumatic cervical spine subluxation
• Pathological cervical spine subluxation

Symptoms:

• Neck pain
• Restricted neck movement
• Tingling or numbness in the arms

Causes:

• Trauma
• Spinal osteochondrosis
• Spinal deformities

Diagnosis:

Patient examination, X-ray, MRI or CT scan of the cervical spine.

Treatment:

Wearing a brace, drug therapy, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and in some cases - surgical intervention.

Prevention:

• Maintaining proper posture
• Strengthening back and neck muscles
• Avoiding traumatic situations

Doctor:

Cervical spine subluxation is treated by a neurologist or orthopedic surgeon.