Greetings, aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists!

Explore a cervical spine case involving a 62-year-old male presenting after a traumatic fall. Learn how to identify key red flags, interpret exam findings, and determine appropriate interventions and safety strategies to support patients with recent trauma. Perfect for OCS prep and practicing your clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.

Part of the 2026 OCS Prep Case Series

Check out all the OCS prep case scenarios: https://www.orthopt.org/content/resources/prepping-for-the-ocs-exam/ocs-prep-case-scenarios

Target Audience:

physical therapists, PT students, orthopedic residents, OCS candidates, educators, clinicians preparing for the OCS exam