title: Vertex impact and cervical dislocation in rugby players.
abstract: Cervical vertebral dislocation occasionally occurs as a result of vertex impact. The injury has been noted in rugby players after unsuccessful tackles. The mechanism of injury is discussed and a case history presented. Severe traumatic forces are involved and strengthening of the cervical muscles is suggested to decrease the incidence of these injuries.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000209:etiology*; D002574:Cervical Vertebrae / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000209:etiology*; D008297:Male; D013314:Stress, Mechanical