Patient's question:
Yesterday, my colleague and I played basketball together, and it's possible that due to excessive force, I injured my cervical spine. I went to the hospital for a health check-up, and they said it was a cervical spine fracture with spinal cord injury. I've never heard of this condition before and don't know how serious it is. What should I do about a cervical spine fracture with spinal cord injury?Doctor's answer:
If the cervical spine fracture is caused by external force and there is water accumulation and damage, this condition is relatively dangerous and may lead to the possibility of high-level paraplegia. Therefore, if the condition is identified through timely and thorough examination, it is still recommended to undergo surgical treatment. After surgery, avoid strenuous exercise, pay attention to bed rest, and wear a neck brace for external fixation appropriately. In case of necessity, certain rehabilitation training may also be required.