Managing low back pain in youth athletes: load, development and decisions
25 Nov 2026
Theatre B
This session will focus on understanding the more common causes of low back pain in youth athletes. We will explore the anatomy of the adolescent lumbar vertebra and how this creates a greater incidence of lumbar bone stress injuries during adolescence. We will explore the symptoms and risk factors to enable early recognition and consider the clinical reasoning required to ensure appropriate management and successful outcomes.
Low back pain in youth athletes is most commonly caused by a lumbar bone stress injury rarely seen in adults. We will explore the symptoms and risk factors to enable early recognition and appropriate management to ensure successful outcomes.
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