Back strain following a motorbike accident
In motorcycle accidents, injuries to the lower back – such as strains and sprains – are very common.
The human back is a complicated structure of bone and muscle, supported by cartilage, tendons and ligaments, and fed by a large number of blood vessels and nerves. The back – especially the lower back – bears much of the body’s weight during walking, running, lifting and other activities, including riding a motorcycle.
How do back strain motorcycle injuries happen?
A strain is an injury to either a muscle or tendon. Tendons are the tough, fibrous bands of tissue that connect muscle to bone. With a back strain, the muscles and tendons that support the spine are pulled, twisted or torn. Back strain injuries can happen when a rider is thrown from a motorcycle or when they fall awkwardly on a hard surface.
By wearing a back protector, an item commonly worn by motorcycle racers, riders can drastically reduce the chances of suffering back injuries.
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