Spinal Trauma

Traumatic spinal column injuries present complex challenges to both patients and their families.

Common spinal column injuries include:

 

Adult

  • C2 fracture

  • Cervical facet fracture

  • Cervical fracture / dislocation

  • Cervical ligamentous injury

  • Thoracic compression fracture

  • Lumbar compression fracture

  • Lumbar ligamentous injury

  • Transverse process fracture

Paediatric

  • Cervical fracture / dislocation

  • Thoracic fracture

  • Lumbar fracture

 
 

Dr Stevenson has worked within a number of Level 1 trauma institutions, both nationally and internationally.

The management of complex spinal column and spinal cord injuries demands sound leadership, collaborative multidisciplinary care, clear communication and meticulous attention to detail.

Common traumatic spine procedures include:

 
 

  • Open anterior spine stabilisation

  • Open posterior spine stabilisation

  • Minimally invasive spine stabilisation

  • Kyphoplasty

  • Vertebroplasty

  • Spinal brace application and management

 
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