Sports injuries on the spine are fairly common. These injuries can range from mild strains to severe fractures based on the sport and amount of movement required. Here are some key things to understand about sports injuries on the spine:

• Risky Sports: Football, ice hockey, and wrestling tend to have higher risks of an injury on the spine. 
• Causes: Sports injuries often occur from the extension and rotation forces in the lumbar spine. They usually result from activities that involve repetitive twisting and bending motions.
• Types of Injuries: The most common spinal injuries that athletes endure are spondylosis, fractures, dislocations, compression injuries, traction injuries, and flexion injuries.