Recurrent central cord injury: a case report.

A case of multiple episodes of central cord injury after minor trauma is reported. Cervical films showed a canal diameter of 11 mm at C-3, C-4 and minor instability with a canal diameter of 9 mm in extension. Anterior cervical fusion resulted in a stable spine and the prevention of further symptoms. The mechanism of central cord injury is reviewed, and it is suggested that in some cases careful evaluation will reveal remediable cord compression. Operative treatment may be indicated in central cord injury.