Dr. Joe, M.D. on Instagram: "A hangman’s fracture is a specific type of fracture that occurs in the second cervical vertebra (C2), also known as the axis.. This fracture is often associated with severe trauma, such as high-velocity accidents or judicial hangings, and can have serious consequences on spinal stability and neurological function. #brokenneck #paralyzed #riverlife #riverrats #medical #doctor #premed"