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Spinal and Neck Injury

If you are experiencing a life threatening emergency please contact Triple Zero (000) immediately

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Introduction

Spinal and neck injuries are serious events that can affect the body’s central support system. They often result from falls, impacts, or accidents and carry the risk of long-term consequences if not managed carefully. Because the spine protects critical nerve pathways, injuries in this area are treated with great caution. Awareness of the potential severity of spinal and neck injuries underlines the need for careful handling and appropriate response.

Signs and Symptoms

  • Severe pain in neck or back 

  • Numbness, tingling, or weakness in limbs 

  • Loss of movement or sensation 

  • Difficulty breathing or loss of bladder/bowel control

What you should do?

  • Follow DRSABCD 

  • Call 000 immediately 

  • Keep casualty still, reassure and support head/neck in position found 

  • Do not move casualty unless in immediate danger 

  • If in water, support head and keep airway clear until help arrives 

  • Monitor airway and breathing closely

These fact sheets are provided by Royal Life Saving to support public, workplace, school, and community education. They must be used in their full and current format and are not permitted for commercial purposes unless written approval is obtained. The information is not a substitute for accredited First Aid training, and users are encouraged to complete recognised courses and refresh their skills regularly. While care has been taken to ensure accuracy, Royal Life Saving does not accept responsibility for how the material is applied, and users should always check they are referring to the latest version. Use of this content does not imply endorsement or partnership, and Royal Life Saving may request that use of its materials cease if considered inappropriate or unauthorised.

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