Spine
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Cervical spine manipulation and mobilization were reviewed in an analysis of the literature from 1966 to the present. ⋯ Cervical spine manipulation and mobilization probably provide at least short-term benefits for some patients with neck pain and headaches. Although the complication rate of manipulation is small, the potential for adverse outcomes must be considered because of the possibility of permanent impairment or death.
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Cervical spine manipulation and mobilization were reviewed in an analysis of the literature from 1966 to the present. ⋯ Cervical spine manipulation and mobilization probably provide at least short-term benefits for some patients with neck pain and headaches. Although the complication rate of manipulation is small, the potential for adverse outcomes must be considered because of the possibility of permanent impairment or death.
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Review Case Reports
Traumatic spondylopelvic dissociation. A case report and literature review.
A case of traumatic spondylopelvic dissociation and a method of fixation are described. ⋯ The unique fracture pattern described in this patient is presented to offer better insight into management of this complex injury and to delineate it from simpler patterns of injury to the lumbosacral junction.