title: Acute locking of the cervical spine.
abstract: Acute locking of the cervical spine is a very clearly defined syndrome, occurring most commonly in adolescents. This syndrome is not to be confused with the locking of joints which can occur as a result of "loose bodies" or torn menisci. The syndrome has a typical history, protective deformity and a reasonably consistent site of pain.
authors.affiliation: School of Physiotherapy, South Australian Institute of Technology.
authors.forename: G D
authors.initials: GD
authors.lastname: Maitland