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How is a neck fracture assessed after a car accident

Answer verified by LinQMD Care Team Last updated 31 Dec 2025
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After a road traffic accident, doctors perform a neurological examination, followed by imaging such as X-rays, CT scans, or MRI. This allows the team to determine whether the fracture is stable, if nerves or the spinal cord are affected, and which treatment is safest

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