Nonsurgical treatment of a C6-7 unilateral locked facet joint in an infant. Case report.
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Abstract
Cervical spine injuries in the pediatric population typically affect the upper cervical region. The authors present the first reported case of a subaxial C6-7 unilateral locked facet joint in a neurologically intact 10-month-old infant. To date, this patient's nonoperative treatment has been successful. The proposed biomechanical mechanism of this injury and the treatment paradigm are discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Cervical Vertebrae
- Joint Dislocations
- Joint Instability
- Manipulation, Spinal
- Orthotic Devices
Anatomy
- cervical spine