@article{ref1,
title="Spinal injury considerations in the competitive diver: a case report and review of the literature",
journal="Spine journal",
year="2004",
author="Rechtine, Glenn R. and Badman, Brian L.",
volume="4",
number="5",
pages="584-590",
abstract="BACKGROUND CONTEXT: Despite significant literature associated with spinal injuries and recreational diving, few articles exist regarding competitive diving injuries, with no reports pertaining specifically to spinal injuries. As a result, a case report of a collegiate diver with C5-C6 ligamentous instability requiring operative stabilization is currently presented in addition to a review of the literature. PURPOSE: Present a case report of cervical C5-C6 ligamentous instability in a collegiate diver. STUDY DESIGN: Case report and literature review. METHODS: Not applicable. RESULTS: Not applicable. CONCLUSIONS: Diving injuries pertaining to competitive diving do occur but to a lesser extent than would be expected given the large forces the spine experiences. Training, experience and appropriate technique greatly minimize potential spinal hazards. Persistent complaints of neck pain after a competitive diving injury mandate aggressive evaluation and further workup.",
language="",
issn="1529-9430",
doi="10.1016/j.spinee.2004.03.002",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.spinee.2004.03.002"
}