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The diaphragm would still be innervated, but the intercostal muscles would not. The person would only be able to undertake quiet breathing
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What is the medical abbreviation for a wound to the neck that has damaged the vertebra?
The medical abbreviation for a wound to the neck that has damaged the vertebra is typically "C-spine injury," referring to a cervical spine injury. In clinical notes, it might also be indicated as "C-spine trauma" or "cervical vertebra injury." Specific abbreviations can vary depending on the context and documentation style used by healthcare providers.
What vertebra is least likely to cause a spinal cord injury if fracture?
L4
What injury affects the mechanics of breathing?
Any kind of chest trauma or brain injury can affect the mechanics of breathing.
What is the name for the spinal injury that occurs when a vertebra dislocates from its normal position in the spinal column?
Scoliosis
Does a whiplash injury always involve damage to the anterior longitudinal ligament?
Yes. It does involve damage to the anterior longitudinal ligament. At times axis vertebra gets fractured in such injury.
Can a back injury make your hands paralyzed?
If spinal injury is sever enough and is in region of C4, C5 and C6 vertebra, it can result in paralysis of biceps, wrists and hands respectively.
What is a collapsed vertebra?
A collapsed vertebra is a condition where a vertebra in the spine loses height or structure due to factors like injury, osteoporosis, or tumor. This can lead to compression of nerves, pain, and changes in posture. Treatment may involve pain management, physical therapy, or surgery depending on the cause and severity of the collapse.
What is the effect of fracture of D8-D12 vertebra?
Fracture of the D8-D12 vertebrae can cause severe back pain, difficulty moving or bending the spine, and potentially lead to spinal cord injury if there is displacement or compression of the spinal cord. This can result in neurological deficits, such as weakness or paralysis, depending on the extent of the injury. Treatment may involve pain management, bracing, and potentially surgery to stabilize the spine.
What is the advantage of Drummond instrumentation?
The advantage is that each vertebra segment is fixed, with the risk of nerve injury decreased over Luque rod instrumentation.
Can long thoracic nerve injury cause trouble breathing?
yes
The of his injury was to prevent him from playing any further?
effect~ ♥
What is the average injury settlement for fusing 4 vertebra's neck injuries in coal mine accidents?
each state has its own guidelines for payment of injury. it can be reviewed online under industrial commission of your state. However to answer your question, I will tell you that I received 140,000 for a slightly less severe injury
