Fixed Rotatory Subluxation Of The
Atlanto-Axial Joint

A Case Report and Review of Literature

JHMullett FRCSI - Orthopaedic Registrar
J.Kennedy FRCSI - Orthopaedic Registrar
S.K.O’ Rourke FRCSI - Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
St Vincent’s Hospital
Elm Park
Dublin 4

Introduction:

Atlanto-axial rotatory fixation (AAFR) is a well-documented but uncommon injury of the upper cervical spine .We present a case report of a Type 1 AAFR following trauma and review of the literature.