Burners and stingers, common injuries in contact and collision sports, produce a stinging or burning pain that spreads from an athlete’s shoulder to his or her hand. Most of these injuries are temporary and symptoms fade quickly. Learn more about the causes, symptoms, and treatments of burners and stingers.
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Sports Medicine Guide
Low Back Pain
Understanding the anatomy of the spine can help you better understand the cause of your lower back pain. Use this link to learn more about what could be causing your back pain.
Neck Pain
The most common cause of neck pain is injury or the prolonged wear and tear of the neck. Learn how to prevent and treat neck pain by clicking the link below.
Neck Sprain
A neck sprain is caused when a tear occurs in one of the ligaments that connect the spinal column in your neck. This can be very painful and cause stiffness in your neck, and it should be treated immediately to prevent further damage.
Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis
These conditions are caused by stress fractures in the bones that make up the spinal column in the lower back. This causes the vertebra to shift out of places and create severe lower back pain.