Sources said the quarterback suffered an L1 compression fracture that will keep him out for anywhere from six to 10 weeks but will not require surgery. What is an L1 compression fracture?

Spinal compression fractures are fairly common as people age, and while they heal without the need for surgery most of the time, that's not always the case.

Stephania Bell explains the damage to Tony Romo's back during the play he was injured in the Cowboys' preseason game against the Seahawks.

Joe Gibbs Racing officials announced that driver Denny Hamlin suffered a L1 compression fracture during Sunday’s last-lap crash in the Auto Club 400 at Auto Club Speedway. Hamlin, who was ...

NEW ORLEANS — Saints quarterback Jameis Winston will be playing with four factures in his back, with his L1 down to his L4 fractured according to Fox Sports NFL Insider Jay Glazer.