Neck injuries are some of the most devastating injuries a person can suffer. There are several ways that these types of injuries can be prevented. For example, they can be prevented with training. By weight training the muscles in the body, these muscles can become stronger which can make them less vulnerable to injuries. Also, training athletes in specific skills can help them avoid these injuries. Training athletes in skills that can help them to properly track a ball or avoid ball contacts and mishits would help in reducing neck and head injuries (McIntosh and McCrory 2005). The safest way to play football is by initiating contact with the shoulder/chest while keeping the head up (Heck et al., 2004). Another way this injury can be prevented
