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We present the case of a 47-yr-old gentleman with cervical cord injury after he
received massage in the neck area. Magnetic resonance imaging of the cervical
spine showed a herniation of the nucleus pulposus and compressive myelopathy.
The patient required surgical intervention and rehabilitation. Despite 6 mos of
rehabilitation, residual hand dysfunction and minor ambulation problems
persisted. Although massage has many benefits, this case reminds us that there is
potential danger in performing neck massage.

Langue : ANGLAIS