Category Archives: Sports

It’s easy to talk about the many potential benefits patients can enjoy with successful spinal fusion surgery, but what’s truly inspiring are some of the real-life success stories of individuals who’ve gone on to accomplish impressive goals after recovering from a spinal fusion procedure. One of these individuals is Rafael Rodriguez. This fitness enthusiast earned […]

From increasing socialization skills to being a regular source of exercise and stress relief, there are many benefits associated with the sports teens and young adults often play. However, any activities that involve spinal movements can be a potential source of injuries. In fact, lower back problems are among the most common injuries likely to […]

Most athletes are used to “pushing through the pain” with the minor aches and pains sometimes associated with injuries like stress fractures. While most people associate these tiny bone breaks with feet, ankles, and legs, they can also develop within the bones of the spine. Usually caused by repetitive stress or overuse, spinal stress fractures […]

Whether you’re doing it to cool off on a hot day, for your own personal enjoyment, or competitively, swimming can have many benefits. Swimming can also be an effective form of exercise for people of all ages. However, any activities involving constant and repetitive movements present some unique challenges for the human spine and its […]

With nearly 20 million active participants, tennis is a centuries-old sport that’s growing in popularity in the United States, and not just among older adults. In fact, there’s been a significant increase in younger players in recent years. Tennis can be a fun, invigorating way to work back-supporting muscle groups. However, there’s also the possibility […]

Dating back to ancient Egypt in its earliest form, bowling is more physical than you may realize. During a typical game, most bowlers have to lift, bend, and stretch. And while bowling is certainly a fun activity, the movements involved may contribute to sore back-supporting muscles, especially if you already have a history of spine-related […]

Your spine is designed with flexibility in mind. However, the tissues, bones, joints, and nerves that support it can still be affected by your preferred activities. If skateboarding happens to be part of your regular routine, your spine and large muscle groups that provide stability will likely be stressed from falls, twists, and turns and […]

The windup and follow-through required for a typical golf swing places a lot of stress on multiple parts of the spine. After having minimally invasive neck surgery, Beverly Hills patients may discover activities like this can be even more stressful for a healing neck. As you advance through recovery, you may wonder if you will […]

Even a seasoned athlete like Tiger Woods has had his share of back problems, some of which have resulted in the need for surgery to correct issues with his spine. Recently, the acclaimed golfer found himself facing another back-related surgery. While you don’t have to be a champion golfer to experience issues with your spine […]

While you can get plenty of beneficial exercise from walking the green as you work your way through a round of golf, you may also find yourself experiencing unexpected back pain. Low back pain is especially prevalent among golfers because the posture required to go for a hole-in-one can lead to muscle strain and affect […]