A Non-Displaced C1 Fracture in Amateur Wrestling: A Case Report
Journal Title: International Journal of Sports and Exercise Medicine - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 2
Abstract
We present a case of a bilateral atlas posterior arc fracture that occurred during wrestling training. Atlas bone fractures are rare although may result with catastrophic consequences. A male amateur wrestler aged 25 years, who was otherwise healthy fell on his head while doing a cartwheel and could not continue training. He was admitted to the outpatient orthopedics clinic with persistent neck pain and dizziness after 7 days. X-ray and computed tomography of the patient revealed a stable fracture of C1 vertebra. He was then treated with a hard collar for 6 weeks. After removal of the collar, cervical strengthening exercises were started, which gradually increased in the rehabilitation program. The patient was allowed to perform contact sports 12 weeks after the incident.
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- DOI 10.23937/2469-5718/1510055
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