Unilateral facet dislocation is usually a(n) _______ lesion that occurs most often at C4-C7 level and is usually due to a(n) _______ injury.

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Unilateral facet dislocation is usually stable and caused by a flexion-rotation injury, where the head is forced laterally while the cervical spine is flexed and rotated. This injury pattern can cause the facet joint to dislocate unilaterally. The other options are incorrect as unstable lesions are not typically seen with unilateral facet dislocations and hyperextension or axial compression injuries are not commonly associated with this injury pattern.

Unilateral Facet Dislocation Is Usually A(n) _______ Lesion That Occurs