The spine moves in circular motion along the longitudinal axis. ____ injuries can be caused by a blow to the chin, which causes the sudden movement of the spinal column.
A) Compression
B) Distraction
C) Rotational
D) Extension

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Rotational injuries involve a sudden twisting or turning of the spinal column, which can occur with a blow to the chin. Compression injuries involve a compression or crushing of the vertebrae, distraction injuries involve a pulling apart of the vertebrae, and extension injuries involve a hyperextension of the spinal column.

The Spine Moves in Circular Motion Along the Longitudinal Axis