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Athletes' Issues with Back and Neck Injury and Chronic Pain

Athletes have their own set of back conditions and problems with back pain, based on their age and activities. Injuries such as spondylolisthesis and spinal cord injury are examples of special back and neck issues that may face athletes. In this category you can find information on back and neck pain in athletes.
Back to School - Cheerleading Injuries and Your Child's Back
Cheerleading injuries account for approximately 12% of all injuries to high school and college female athletes. Sometimes cheerleading injuries can be very severe, or even fatal. Find out how to check the safety of your program and which conditioning exercises you can do to prevent a back injury while cheerleading.
Common Types of Neck Injuries
With so many neck injury types, classifying them into common varieties is helpful. Common types of neck injuries include - stingers, strains, spasms and fractures.
Neck Injury - First Aid for Emergencies
No one wants an emergency neck injury, but being prepared for one can lessen the chances of permanent damage, as well as death. In the wake of the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina, many of us are wanting to educate ourselves now as to what steps to take should the unthinkable happen.
Spondylolisthesis - An Athlete's Injury
If you or your child is a gymnast, diver or is otherwise engaged in contact sports, you may wish to learn more about spondylolisthesis.
Spondylolysis
Spondylolysis is the anatomical cause of spondylolisthesis.
L5-S1 Vertebral Level - the Site of Spondylolisthesis
The Lumbosacral Joint or L5-S1 is where the lumbar spine meets the sacrum, and is the site of an injury called spondylolthesis.
Golf Injuries
Injuries to the low back are very common to golfers. About's Sportsmedicine guide, Elizabeth Quinn gives pointers for preventing golf injuries.
Dealing With Injuries
Coping with injuries gracefully can ease the pain of being sidelined. About's Sportsmedicine editor, Elizabeth Quinn gives some pointers on how to deal with setback due to injury.
Yoga and Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation - A True Story
The true story of a young athlete who didn't let paralysis stop him from expressing his full physical potential in life.
The Virtual Therapist at SportsInjuryClinic.net
On a visit to the Virtual Therapist, you will be asked questions about your pain. You can click on an image of the human body to show where your pain occurs. After the Virtual Therapist has processed your information, you will be taken to a page that describes the condition matching your stated symptoms. This site is geared specifically to athletes.
Low Back Pain in Athletes
This article discusses low back pain and injuries common to athletes. It covers treatment and prevention of athletic low back injuries. It also links to pages of flexibility and strength exercises.
Sports Injuries - Teens
This article provides a comprehensive, yet easy to read overview of sports injuries and teens. It covers back injuries and chronic pain due to injury, among other types.
Pilates and Pro Sports
If you thought Pilates was just for soccer moms, have we got news for you! Read this article from USA Today to find out how Pilates heals the injuries of pro athletes from several sports.
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