Trauma
6 articles in Trauma
Trauma and Trauma Surgery
RIG, RIBS, and PIC Scores in Rib Fracture Management
Rib fractures remain one of the most common injuries encountered in emergency and trauma care, particularly among older patients with blunt chest trauma. While many patients can be safely discharged,...
Rethinking the Role of Pelvic X-Rays in Trauma: Clinical Decision Tools and Evidence-Based Guidelines
In the evaluation of trauma patients, imaging plays a vital role in rapid diagnosis and triage. Pelvic fractures, in particular, are associated with significant morbidity and mortality due to the...
Safe Discharge from the ED in Vertebral Compression Fractures
IntroductionVertebral compression fractures (VCFs) are a common presentation in the emergency department (ED), especially among elderly patients with osteoporosis. One of the major clinical questions...
Chiropractic Care as a Medically Integrated Portal of Entry for Neuromusculoskeletal Disorders: Educational Gaps, Advanced Training Pathways, and an Algorithmic Referral Model
AbstractChiropractors are licensed portal-of-entry providers for neuromusculoskeletal (NMS) conditions in many jurisdictions; however, variability in postgraduate training, limited exposure to...
Occipital Neuralgia Following Motor Vehicle Accidents: Diagnostic Workup, Differential Considerations, and the Role of Peripheral Nerve Referral
AbstractHeadache is a common and often persistent complaint following motor vehicle accidents (MVAs). While primary headache disorders such as migraine and tension-type headache account for the...
Motor Vehicle Accidents and Cervical Spine Injury: A Neuromusculoskeletal Perspective on Whiplash and Neck Pain
IntroductionMotor vehicle accidents (MVAs) expose the human body to forces that far exceed those encountered during normal daily activities. Whether an individual is struck by another vehicle or...