Participating in sports is one of the best ways to stay healthy and foster teamwork. However, many sports come with the risk of injuries, most specifically spine injuries. Here are the top 3 sports with the highest risk for spine injuries:

1. Football: Football is known for its high-impact collisions making it the number one sport for the highest risk for spine injuries. Some common injuries are cervical sprains, herniated discs, and paralysis. 
2. Rugby: Rugby shares the same high-impact collisions as football, but doesn’t require as much protective equipment as football does. Players endure frequent collisions making spinal instability a common occurrence. Common spine injuries from ruby include cervical disc injuries, nerve root damage, and fractures. 
3. Wrestling: Wrestling requires a lot of twisting which can be a lot for the spine. Sudden impacts and awkward falls make spine injuries more common. Common spine injuries from wrestling include pinched nerves and cervical hyperextension injuries.