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30-4 AUDIO LECTURE 2: Pediatric Cervical Spine Injuries: Special Presentations and Radiographic Guidelines

Pediatric Cervical Spine Injuries: Special Presentations and Radiographic Guidelines

Tracey A. Littrell, DC, DACBR

Dr. Tracey A. Littrell is an Associate Professor in the Diagnosis and Radiology Department at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. In addition to the Academy of Chiropractic Board of Radiology, Dr. Littrell is a Diplomate of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedics and Certified Chiropractic Sports Physicians®.

LECTURE 2 OUTLINE

  1. Introduction
    1. Incidences of pediatric cervical spine injuries
    2. Mechanisms
  2. Anatomical and Biomechanical Differences between Adult and Pediatric Cervical Spine Injuries
  3. Radiographic Imaging Recommendations
  4. Clinical Presentations of Pediatric Cervical Spine Injuries
    1. Atlanto-axial injuries
    2. Acceleration-deceleration injuries
    3. Concussion-associated injuries

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