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A Contusive Model of Unilateral Cervical Spinal Cord Injury Using the Infinite Horizon Impactor
Published on: July 24, 2012
Athletes returning to play after cervical spine or neurobrachial injury
Shiveindra Jeyamohan1, James S Harrop, Alex Vaccaro
1Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA. Shiveindra.jeyamohan@jefferson.edu
Abstract:
The treatment algorithms for athletes with spine injuries follow similar guidelines as those for non-athletes in terms of deciding between surgical intervention and non-operative management. However, the athlete has unique postoperative demands and the decision to "allow" an athlete to return to competitive sports after a spinal or plexus injury can be difficult. This article reviews the several studies, available guidelines and peer-reviewed publications to aid in the decisions to allow athletes to return to sports. A set of recommendations concerning return to play after a spinal injury is provided.
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