What are some signs of a serious neck injury?
ANSWER
Some signs of a serious neck injury:
If you have taken a hard hit or fallen, seek emergency medical help right away. An X-ray, MRI, or CT scan may be needed to pinpoint the cause of the problem in the nerves, bones, and tissues of your neck.
- Pain that doesn't go away or is severe
- Shooting pain in your arms or legs
- Numbness, weakness, or tingling in your arms or legs
- Trouble controlling your bladder or bowels
From: Neck Injuries in Sports: What You Should Know WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by Carol DerSarkissian on April 25, 2019
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SOURCES:
Makofsky, H.W., , SLACK Incorporated, 2003. Spinal Manual Therapy: An introduction to soft tissue mobilization, spinal manipulation, therapeutic and home exercises
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Mayo Clinic.
Cleveland Clinic.
American Association of Neurologic Surgeons.
Centers for Disease Control.
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