{"id":4028,"date":"2021-06-21T15:12:56","date_gmt":"2021-06-21T19:12:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/?p=4028"},"modified":"2023-10-19T14:19:13","modified_gmt":"2023-10-19T18:19:13","slug":"sunset-chiropractic-wellness-spine-research-review-diagnostic-accuracy-of-videofluoroscopy-for-symptomatic-cervical-spine-injury-following-whiplash-trauma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/en\/sunset-chiropractic-wellness-spine-research-review-diagnostic-accuracy-of-videofluoroscopy-for-symptomatic-cervical-spine-injury-following-whiplash-trauma\/","title":{"rendered":"Sunset Chiropractic &#038; Wellness Spine Research Review: Diagnostic Accuracy of Videofluoroscopy for Symptomatic Cervical Spine Injury Following Whiplash Trauma"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text woodmart_inline=&#8221;no&#8221; text_larger=&#8221;no&#8221;]Conclusions: Videofluoroscopic examination of the cervical spine provides a high degree of diagnostic accuracy for the identification of vertebral instability in patients with chronic pain stemming from whiplash trauma.<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32150926\/<\/p>\n<p>DMX (Digital Motion X-ray) is an image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system that allows the doctor or clinician to perform x-rays on a patient while moving the joint or body part.<\/p>\n<p>The digital motion x-ray makes a digital video of the actual joint or body part in motion v(spine, hip, knee, ankle, foot, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, and TMJ).<\/p>\n<p>DMX is an innovative diagnostic technology that can help diagnose painful conditions that are often undetectable by motionless static x-rays, MRIs, and\/or CT Scans, MRI\u2019s (magnetic resonance imaging).<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Who should get a DMX Study?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_4042\" style=\"width: 435px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/diagnostic-accuracy-of-videofluoroscopy-for-symptomatic-cervical-spine-2-3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4042\" class=\"wp-image-4042 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/diagnostic-accuracy-of-videofluoroscopy-for-symptomatic-cervical-spine-2-3.jpg\" alt=\"Diagnostic Accuracy of Videofluoroscopy for Symptomatic Cervical Spine - Injury Following Whiplash Trauma\" width=\"425\" height=\"284\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/diagnostic-accuracy-of-videofluoroscopy-for-symptomatic-cervical-spine-2-3.jpg 425w, https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/diagnostic-accuracy-of-videofluoroscopy-for-symptomatic-cervical-spine-2-3-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/diagnostic-accuracy-of-videofluoroscopy-for-symptomatic-cervical-spine-2-3-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 425px) 100vw, 425px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-4042\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Diagnostic Accuracy of Video fluoroscopy for Symptomatic Cervical Spine &#8211; Injury Following Whiplash Trauma<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Anyone who has been in a motor vehicle accident (even a minor one), sports injury, or injury can benefit from the digital motion x-ray diagnostic analysis.<\/p>\n<p>Patients who are experiencing ongoing problems such as neck pain or headaches but have not been successfully treated or diagnosed. Patients who have persistent symptoms and problems but their test results come back as normal.<\/p>\n<p>The 22 Major Cervical Ligaments and Functions Tested With A Comprehensive Digital Motion X-ray (DMX) .<\/p>\n<p>Right and Left Alar Ligaments- limits head rotation\/ Ipsilateral flexion<\/p>\n<p>Right and Left Accessory Ligaments \u2013 limits lateral flexion<\/p>\n<p>Transverse Ligament \u2013 limits head flexion and anterior translation of C1<\/p>\n<p>Five right Capsular Ligaments &#8211; limits axial loading and flexion<\/p>\n<p>Five left Capsular Ligaments \u2013 limits axial loading and flexion<\/p>\n<p>Five Interspinous Ligaments- limits flexion<\/p>\n<p>Posterior Longitudinal Ligament- limits hyperflexion<\/p>\n<p>Anterior Longitudinal Ligament- limits hyperextension<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UWliOqgSXtI\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><strong>(DMX) Digital Motion X-Ray Quick Facts<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>DMX can provide valuable information about the stability and\/or<br \/>\ninjury of all 22 major ligaments in the cervical spine which cannot be detected by motionless MRI, CT, or Static X-ray.<br \/>\nMRI of the cervical spine is designed to evaluate DISC injuries while not moving, lying down, and not swallowing. Headaches , posterior neck pain or referred pain are commonly caused by ligament injuries which cannot be detected by motionless MRI, CT, or Static X-ray.<br \/>\nDigital motion X-ray (DMX) takes x-ray images while the patient is moving compared to conventional still or static x-rays, CAT scans, and MRI\u2019s where the patient is told to \u201cdo not move and hold still.\u201d The digital motion x-ray study is performed while the patient is in a weight bearing standing position and moving the body through different planes of motion. Each plane of motion tests for damage to the specific ligaments responsible for that motion and joint stability.<\/p>\n<p>Sunset Chiropractic and Wellness&#8217;s Structural Correction Chiropractic Care rehabilitates the damaged spine and its damaged structures (muscles, ligaments, fascia, discs, bone, and nerves) improving the structure, function, while reducing and\/or eliminating the pain, and improving overall quality of life.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you have been experiencing spinal symptoms such as neck pain, back pain, headaches, migraines, mid back pain, rib pain, carpal tunnel, sciatica, disc herniations or protrusions, neuropathy, scoliosis, spinal stenosis, pain\/numbness\/weakness in your arms, hands, legs or feet\u2026\u2026..<br \/>\nCall our office Today <strong>(305) 275-7474 <\/strong>for a <strong>FREE Phone, Whatsapp, or Zoom consultation<\/strong> so we can determine the cause of your symptoms, identify the damage, and design an individualized treatment plan to get back to enjoying the thing you love doing!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/en\/appointment\/\">https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/appointment\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>We look forward to meeting you and helping you recover your health. You can get better! We can help! There is still hope !<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Rodolfo Alfonso, D.C.<br \/>\nDr. Mark N. Berry, D.C.<br \/>\nSunset Chiropractic and Wellness<br \/>\n8585 Sunset Dr.<br \/>\nSTE 102<br \/>\nMiami, Florida 33143<br \/>\n305-275-7474<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\">www.sunsetchiropractor.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/neck-pain-symptoms-causes-and-treatment-1-300x172-1.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-10860\" src=\"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/neck-pain-symptoms-causes-and-treatment-1-300x172-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Sunset Chiropractic and Wellness. Neck Pain Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment. In this blog, we will discuss neck pain and how to manage it effectively. Neck pain can present differently in different individuals, and its severity can range from mild to severe. The symptoms of neck pain can include: Stiffness or aching in the neck Sharp or stabbing pain in the neck Pain that radiates down the arms or shoulders Headaches or migraines Difficulty moving the neck or turning the head Numbness or tingling in the arms or hands Common Causes of Neck Pain Several factors can contribute to neck pain, including: Sunset Chiropractic and Wellness. Neck Pain Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment. Neck pain can present differently in different individuals, and its severity can range from mild to severe. Poor posture Strained muscles or ligaments Injury, such as whiplash\" width=\"300\" height=\"172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/neck-pain-symptoms-causes-and-treatment-1-300x172-1.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/neck-pain-symptoms-causes-and-treatment-1-300x172-1-150x86.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text][button size=&#8221;big_large_full_width&#8221; icon=&#8221;fa-medkit&#8221; target=&#8221;_self&#8221; hover_type=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; text=&#8221;Corrective Chiropractic Care&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/corrective-chiropractic-care\/&#8221; color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#9b7f60&#8243; icon_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; hover_border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221;][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text woodmart_inline=&#8221;no&#8221; text_larger=&#8221;no&#8221;]Conclusions: Videofluoroscopic examination of the cervical spine provides a high degree of<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":4032,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4028","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-chiropractic-care"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4028","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4028"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4028\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11721,"href":"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4028\/revisions\/11721"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4032"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4028"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4028"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sunsetchiropractor.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4028"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}