Evidence-based diagnosis and treatment of cervical spine disorders.

Nurse Pract

Robert L. Metzger is an APP Manager-Surgical Services, and FNP at Parkland Health & Hospital System, Department of Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic Spine Clinic, Dallas, Tex.

Published: August 2019

Neck pain from cervical spine disorders is the second-leading cause of musculoskeletal disorders. Neck pain can exist alone or with the presence of upper extremity symptoms. This review of evidence-based guidelines assists the provider in identifying and treating various cervical disorders.

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