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==Background==
*Also known as Acute Cervical Strain
*Sudden acceleration-deceleration trauma that occurs when car is rear-ended

==Clinical Features==
*Pain, stiffness, paracervical muscle tenderness

==Differential Diagnosis==
{{Blunt neck trauma DDX}}

==Diagnosis==
Diagnosis by history and physical exam

==Management==
*Use [[C-Spine (NEXUS)]] criteria to determine whether imaging is required
*Consider brain, cord, carotid/vertebral artery dissection if neuro findings are present

==Disposition==
*Generally outpatient management

==See Also==
*[[Neck pain]]
*[[Blunt neck trauma]]
*[[Cervical spine clearance]]

==External Links==

==References==
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[[Category:Trauma]]
[[Category:Ortho]]