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Neck Sprain or Strain Definition
Common names:
  • Cervical Sprain
  • Cervical Strain
  • Neck Sprain or Strain
  • Neck Strain
  • Sprained Neck
  • Strained Neck
A person with a neck strain has stretching or tearing of the muscles in the neck, due to injury. Images

A person with a neck sprain has stretching or tearing of the ligaments in the neck, due to injury. Ligaments are strong fibrous bands that hold the vertebrae together. Images

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Last Updated: Sep 12, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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