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A few easy tips can help athletes keep spines in fighting shape:
It is important for athletes at any level to protect their body and practice prevention. Proper physical conditioning, such as aerobic exercise and muscle strengthening should prevent most common injuries to the spine and body.
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1. Complete a stretching and warm-up routine before playing. 2. Following a sports activity, ice the spine to reduce any inflammation or swelling and prevent muscle spasms and nerve irritation. 3. Do not play through pain or spasms. Recognize that painful symptoms typically indicate a more serious injury. 4. Avoid over-playing, such as several days in a row as spinal muscles and joints need a recovery period after strenuous exercise. 5. Build some rest days into training and sports activities to allow your body to heal and muscles to repair.
SOURCE Laser Spine Institute
