Citation

Jea A, Belal A, Zaazoue MA, Martin J. Pediatr. Clin. North Am. 2021; 68(4): 875-894.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2021, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.pcl.2021.04.012

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Complaints related to the neck are common following mild pediatric trauma. Although significant cervical spine injuries are most often seen and evaluated in the emergency room or inpatient setting, the primary care provider is faced with the evaluation of lower acuity complaints. We provide a review to assist with the efficient evaluation of these patients to facilitate decisions regarding return to play, the need for imaging, and need for referral to subspecialty providers.

Language: en

Keywords

Pediatric; Return to play; Cervical spine injury; Clinical decision-making tools