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(A) Axial loading of the cervical spine (B) first results in compressive deformation of the intervertebral discs. As the energy input continues and maximum compressive deformation is reached, angular deformation and buckling occur (C). The spine fails in a flexion mode, with resulting fracture, dislocation, or subluxation (D and E).
