Neck and Back Pain are two of the most common ailments associated with sports injuries. These conditions are often caused by over-flexing the neck or back muscles, inflammation, or blunt trauma (as seen in many contact sports).

Cervical and Lumbar Strain:

Cervical applies to the neck area of the spine; lumbar refers to the lower back. Strains in the neck or lower back can occur from a variety of causes and often result in sudden, intense pain and decreased range of motion.

Herniated Discs:

A Herniated Disc occurs when the soft, spongy material that cushions the bones of the spine slip out of place. This can strike anywhere on the spine and will cause pain, weakness, and numbness as the local nerves are put under extreme pressure.

Cervical and Lumbar Radiculopathy:

Cervical and Lumbar Radiculopathy occurs when nerve roots are compressed. Cervical refers to the neck area; lumbar refers to the lower back area. In both cases, the result of the nerve compression is severe pain and loss of sensation in the area of the body where the damaged roots are located. Damage to the nerves can be the outcome of ruptured discs, trauma, degenerative changes, or arthritis.

Lumbar Spinal Stenosis:

Lumbar Spinal Stenosis transpires when the spinal canal in the lower back becomes narrowed. Often this is caused by growth of tissue inside the open areas of the spinal bones. The most common symptoms include pain, weakness, or numbness in the feet, legs, or buttocks. This condition is evident most often in older individuals.

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction:

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction is caused by abnormal or unusual motion in the sacroiliac joint. Caused by either too much motion or too little motion, the result of this abnormal motion is severe, chronic pain in the specific joint area. If left untreated, it can be debilitating.