Winter sports can be lots of fun, but it’s important you take the proper precautions to protect yourself from injury such as stretching and wearing the right gear. Here are some winter sports that could cause a spine injury:

• Ice Hockey: Ice hockey is a very physical sport and when mixed with high-speed skating becomes the perfect combination for a potential spine injury.
• Snowboarding: Snowboarding involves high speeds and jumps which could lead to a spine injury if you fall. 
• Sledding: Sledding could lead to high-speed crashes or falls, especially if you’re going down a steep and icy slope posing a risk to the spine.