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Risk Factors Articles

Whiplash
Whiplash is a sudden, moderate-to-severe strain affecting the bones, discs, muscles, nerves, or tendons of the neck.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

Specific Risk Factors Articles

Cervical Spondylosis
Cervical spondylosis refers to common age-related changes in the area of the spine at the back of the neck. With age, the vertebrae (the component bones of the spine) gradually form bone spurs, and their shock-absorbing disks slowly shrink.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Cervical spondylosis
Cervical spondylosis is a disorder caused by abnormal wear on the cartilage and bones of the neck (cervical vertebrae. The tissue wears away (degeneration) and mineral deposits form in the cushions between the vertebrae (cervical disks.
Source:ADAM
Date:May 5, 2008
Cervical Spine Problems
Your neck needs to be strong to hold up your head, which may weigh 10 pounds or more.
Source:StayWell
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