When someone gets hurt in a bad fall or crash, doctors first check for neck injuries using a CT scan. This scan is fast and shows broken bones clearly. But sometimes, patients still feel pain even after a clean CT result. So hospitals often order an MRI next, hoping to find soft tissue damage that t
In the world of healthcare, new tech is always popping up. One of these is AI. It's being looked at to help spot neck bone breaks. These breaks are often checked using CT scans. But, these scans can be pricey. So, the big question is: Can AI make this process cheaper? First, let's talk about the cu
A recent study looked at how concussions affect the muscles in the neck. The focus was on two things: when athletes can safely go back to playing sports and if they are more likely to get hurt afterward. The study involved 30 teens, mostly girls, around 16 years old. They had MRIs of their neck mus
Anterior cervical spine surgery (ACSS) is a common fix for worn-out neck vertebrae. This surgery is often used to treat degenerative cervical spine disease. It is a common procedure. But how can we make it better? Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) is a new approach that is gaining traction.
Cervical spine injuries are a big deal in contact sports like football. But there's not much solid information about how athletes get back on the field after treatment. To get a better idea, researchers talked to specialist doctors from the National Football League (NFL). These docs shared their tho
