10 Questions
Which type of column stability is considered to have a good prognosis in vertebral fractures?
Anterior column stability
What is the most common type of atlas fracture and what is its consolidation time?
Posterior arch, 8-16s
What is the most frequent cause of disability and death in axis fractures?
Fracture of the neural arch or 'hangman's' fracture
Which device is used for orthopaedic treatment of C4-C7 cervical spine fractures?
Minerva Device
What is the common injury mechanism for thoraco lumbar spine fractures?
Lateral flexion
What is the main objective of physiotherapy treatment for vertebral fractures?
Encourage consolidation
Which column stability is associated with a good prognosis for vertebral fractures?
Anterior column
What is the most common cause of axis fracture in the cervical spine?
Fracture of the odontoid process
What are the common injury mechanisms for thoraco lumbar spine fractures?
Compression anterior or lateral flexion
What is the orthopaedic treatment device used for C4-C7 cervical spine fractures?
Minerva Device
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