How To Detect Upper Cervical Instability Or Subluxations?

Posted on Tue, 20 Jan 2015

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Question : Whic are the names of the xyays that are used to rule out upper cervical instability or subluxations at the c-0 to c-4 cervical spine levels? such as odonroid, flextion. Which xray views are needed to obtain a diagnosis

Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
functional radiography

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
This is called functional xray images and are used for more detailed visualisation of vertebrae since anteroposterior and lateral views are not sufficient enough in most cases. However,if there is suspect of vertebral fractures then ct scan or mri must be done .
Wish you good health. Regards

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