What kind of film to take for the cervical spine depends on the specific purpose of the examination, which is usually categorized into X-ray film, CT and MRI. 1. X-ray: If the patient needs to check the bone quality, curvature, and sequence of the cervical spine, he or she can clearly observe it by taking an ordinary X-ray. 2. CT: If the patient needs to examine the intervertebral discs and cervical spinal cord nerves, CT scanning can be used if X-rays may not clearly show the specific symptoms of nerve degeneration or necrosis. 3. MRI:If the patient needs to check the specific condition of the soft tissues in the cervical spine area, MRI test can reflect the actual situation relatively accurately. Therefore, what kind of film to take for cervical spine needs to be tested under the guidance and advice of professional physicians, who will choose the testing method suitable for their specific conditions.