Pediatric Trauma: Module 2

Neck and Cervical Spine


The developing spine is more mobile due to laxity of the intraspinal ligaments.



  • Increased mobility in developing spinal column.
    • Cord injury without fracture or dislocation.
  • Large head, short neck, weak neck muscles.
    • Hyperextension & hyperflexion of cervical spine.
    • Young children → upper C-spine injuries;
      Older children → lower C-spine injuries.
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