With all this Blue Jays excitement, it’s worth remembering that back pain is a frequent complaint of baseball players! A baseball swing causes the back to twist at high speed, possibly leading to muscle strains and spasms. Tendons that connect back muscles to the skeleton can tear when pulled too hard. Remember to stretch and swing properly, because poor conditioning or body mechanics increase the odds of a painful back injury.

Baseball, Back Pain & Spondylolysis