Orthopaedics & MSK — Flashcards

What investigation is done for spinal fractures with neurological symptoms? _____

The anterior spinothalamic tract decussates ate the level of the _____

_____ is a spinal cord injury that is seen in occlusion of the anterior spinal artery

The _____ tract is responsible for pain & temperature sensation

High-energy trauma patient with severe back pain & spinal misalignment = _____

Hint: ?diagnosis

The most common cause of spinal fractures in younger adults is _____

_____ is a dilated, fluid-filled, cystic cavity within the central canal of the spinal cord

_____ is a state of flaccidity and loss of reflexes occurring immediately after spinal cord injury for the first ~48 hours

What is the investigation for spinal cord injuries? _____

After spinal shock, the first reflex to return is the _____