Cervical disc herniation in a football player.

Abstract

A case of cervical disc herniation occurring in close association with playing football is reported. The handling of neck injuries in football players is outlined.

“Heading” and Neck Injuries in Soccer: A Review of Biomechanics and Potential Long-Term Effects

“…Overall these injuries are the most common sports-related neck injuries (23) and are likely under-diagnosed and under-reported. In heading a soccer ball these can result from repetitive stresses or improper technique (which could apply forces improperly or fail to dissipate them), as well as to situations where a player is not prepared to impact the ball with his or her head (14).…”