Decision
High suspicion for ligamentous injury, central cord syndrome, or other spinal cord injury, based history and physical examination?
No
- Manage additional injuries as appropriate
- May consider discontinuation of spinal immobilization in the obtunded patient (Class II)
- If no other concerns identified, consider discharge home with close follow-up and return precautions
Background
High suspicion for ligamentous injury, central cord syndrome, or other spinal cord injury