Musculoskeletal Key

Abstract Age-related degenerative changes due to cervical stenosis are very common in the cervical spine. Some patients develop, secondary to the degenerative changes, cervical stenosis that, with time, leads to…

Abstract Spinal stenosis of the cervical spine refers to pathologic narrowing of the central spinal canal that can lead to symptoms of cervical myelopathy. The most common causes are congenital…

Abstract Cervical sprain or strain, also known as whiplash injury, is most common in traumatic injury, specifically in motor vehicle collision. The purpose of this review is to define cervical…

Abstract Cervical radiculopathy is a common disorder characterized by a radiating pain from the neck to the scapular area and the arm with associated symptoms including numbness, paresthesias, and weakness….

Abstract Cervicogenic vertigo is the false sense of motion due to cervical musculoskeletal dysfunction. This chapter details the incidence of this condition, common presenting symptoms, and important exam maneuvers to…

Abstract Cervical facet arthropathy is a degenerative process that may lead to axial and mechanical spine pain. Cervical facet mediated pain may occur secondary to arthropathy, trauma, whiplash injury, or…

Abstract This chapter covers the topic of trapezius strain and reviews current definitions and symptom presentation. It also discusses myofascial pain, since this is the most common reason for pain…

Abstract Cervical dystonia (CD) is a movement disorder characterized by inappropriate contractions of the cervical musculature related to a dysfunction of sensorimotor neural circuits. Idiopathic CD is the most common…

Abstract Neck pain and cervical radiculopathy are frequently met conditions. In the earlier stages of life, these conditions are frequently caused by a soft disc herniation. Later on, progressive degenerative…