Cervical subluxation is the most unstable form of cervical spine injury. This condition involves varying degrees of vertebral body slippage relative to adjacent vertebrae, often caused by ligamentous injury and jumped facets, increasing the risk of spinal cord injury. Facet dislocation occurs when the articular surfaces are not in contact, while subluxation entails reduced contact between these surfaces. Osteoligamentous destruction following bilateral facet dislocations encompasses a higher risk of neurological injury. Motor vehicular crashes and falls, which cause acceleration-deceleration injuries or direct cervical impact, are the most common causes of cervical subluxations. Provisions for early anatomical stabilization, preserving spinal cord function, implementing staged rehabilitation, promptly instituting patient care bundles to prevent secondary complications, and prioritizing patient survival, recovery, and eventual thriving are essential.This activity for healthcare professionals is designed to enhance learners’ proficiency in evaluating and managing traumatic cervical spine subluxations. Participants gain a deeper insight into the condition’s signs and symptoms, appropriate diagnostic techniques, potential complications, and evidence-based treatment options. Learners become prepared to collaborate within an interprofessional team caring for patients with cervical subluxation.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/19252
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.5 hours
Nursing: 1.5 hours
Pharmacy: 1.5 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABOS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABOS)
ABPATH - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABIM - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.5 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Adolescent Medicine, Clinical Pathology, Critical Care Medicine, General Orthopaedics, General Pediatrics, Geriatric Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, Neuro Anesthesia, Neurocritical Care, Neuropathology (incl. Neuromuscular), Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Trauma, Pain Medicine, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Neurology, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery, Soft Tissue & Bone, Sports Medicine, Surgery of the Spine, Surgical Critical Care, Trauma