Cervical spine fractures can occur secondary to exaggerated flexion or extension, or because of direct trauma or axial loading. The cervical spine is susceptible to injury because it is highly mobile with relatively small vertebral bodies and supports the head which is both heavy and acts as a lever.
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Coordinates: 29Â°44â²N 90Â°06â²W / 29.733Â°N 90.100Â°W / 29.733; -90.100. Jefferson Parish (French: Paroisse de Jefferson) is a parish in the U.S. state of Louisiana. As of the 2010 census, the population was 432,552. The parish seat is Gretna. Jefferson Parish is included in the New Orleans-Metairie, LA Metropolitan Statistical Area. Jefferson Parish was less affected by Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and has rebounded at a more rapid pace than neighboring Orleans Parish.