Extreme caution should be used when manipulating the spine of patients with rheumatoid arthritis.There is high potential for subluxation of the vertebrae and damage to the spinal cord secondary to:
A)Ligamentous necrosis.
B)Joint effusion.
C)Synovial hypertrophy.
D)Pain.

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Ligamentous necrosis weakens the ligaments that support the vertebrae, making them more likely to subluxate.

Extreme Caution Should Be Used When Manipulating the Spine of Patients