Sports Injuries
Exercise In Any Facet Is Important To Staying Healthy And Keeping You Physically Fit.
Sports injuries
Up to 20% of all injuries that occur in sports involve an injury to the lower back or neck. Exercise In Any Facet Is Important To Staying Healthy And Keeping You Physically Fit.
Lower Back Injury
The lower back is subject to a great deal of strain in many sports. Sports that use repetitive impact (e.g., running), a twisting motion (e.g. golf), or weight loading at the end of a range-of-motion (e.g., weightlifting) commonly cause damage to the lower back.
Neck Injury
The neck is most commonly injured in sports that involve contact (e.g., football), which place the cervical spine (neck) at risk of injury.
Upper Back Injury
The thoracic spine (mid portion of the spine at the level of the rib cage) is less likely to be injured because it is relatively immobile and has extra support. Injuries seen here can involve rib fracture and intercostal neuralgia as well as intercostal muscle strains in sports that involve rotation of the torso (e.g. weight training with rotation), swimming, golf, tennis, and even skiing.
Importance of Warm-Up Before Sports
Up to 20% of all injuries that occur in sports involve an injury to the lower back or neck.
Exercise In Any Facet Is Important To Staying Healthy And Keeping You Physically Fit.
- Increase circulation gradually by doing some easy movement (such as walking) to increase blood circulation to the muscles and ligaments of the back
- Stretch the lower and upper back and related muscles, including hamstrings and quadriceps
- Start slowly with the sport movements (e.g. swing the golf club, serve the ball)
Sports Injuries
Up To 20% Of All Injuries That Occur In Sports Involve An Injury To The Lower Back Or Neck.
Meet Dr. Pasquale X. Montesano
Dr. Pasquale X. Montesano is the principal Orthopedic Spine Surgeon at Montesano Spine & Sport. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Siena College and a medical degree from New York Medical College.
With extensive postgraduate training, Dr. Montesano has earned multiple awards, including the Volvo Award in Clinical Science (1998) and the Howmedica Spinal Fixator Grant (1989). He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Spine Surgery Society, a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and a Member of the American College of Forensic Examiners.
Our Mission
Helping patients regain function and comfort from serious spine conditions.
Your First Visit
We’ll review your medical history, receive a neurological exam, and explore treatment options with a clear understanding of risks and benefits.
