WWE: 8 Major Injuries That Ended The Undertaker's Career

6. Back

One of the early roadblocks in Undertaker's career was the back injury which led to him missing significant periods in the 90's. His first extended sabbatical for wrestling was in 1994 after succumbing to a chronic back injury which he simply couldn't continue to work around. He was written out of WWF storylines at the Royal Rumble, Yokozuna and an array of heels bundled the Deadman into his casket before a video signalled his exit. Undertaker would end up missing WrestleMania 10. It marked the first time Undertaker had to face up to the limitations of his body. He badly wanted to continue working but simply couldn't do it, he needed to take time in order to heal and rehab his back. When it comes down to it, the back injury is one of the most debilitating ailments a superstar can suffer, just take a look at the time missed by Shawn Michaels or John Bradshaw Layfield's enforced retirement. The fact is, the back area is key to all aspects of all pro wrestling, it is essential to bumping and used for all aspects of dishing out moves too. Without the strength in your back area you aren't going to get much done in the ring €” it's a problem Undertaker has had to deal with his whole career in an ever worsening state.