Alex Shibutani's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Figure Skating
Alex Shibutani's Sports Injuries Table
| Type | Area | Date | Consequences | Content | How It Happened | Recovery Duration | Rehabilitation Details | Impact On Career | Psychological Impact | Previous Injuries | Return To Competition | Severity | Treatment | Medical Staff | Long Term Impact | Preventive Measures | Competition Missed | Initial Symptoms | Re Injury Risk | Support System | Rehabilitation Location |
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| Ankle Injuries | left ankle | 2017-12-14 | Swelling and pain, limited range of motion. | Alex Shibutani suffered a left ankle injury during a training session in December 2017. The injury caused significant swelling and pain, resulting in a limited range of motion. This incident occurred just a few months before the 2018 Winter Olympics. | During a training session, Alex landed awkwardly after a jump. | 6 weeks | Physical therapy, rest, and gradual return to training. | Missed several training sessions but managed to recover in time for the Olympics. | Increased anxiety about reinjury. | None reported in the same area. | 2018-02-01 | Moderate | Ice, compression, elevation, physical therapy. | Team physiotherapist and orthopedic specialist. | Occasional discomfort during intense training. | Strengthening exercises for the ankle, proper warm-up routines. | None, but training sessions were missed. | Sharp pain, swelling, inability to bear weight. | Moderate | Family, coach, and medical team. | Training facility and sports clinic. |
| Back Injuries | lower back | 2016-03-09 | Chronic pain, stiffness, and difficulty performing certain moves. | In March 2016, Alex Shibutani experienced a lower back injury due to overuse and repetitive strain from intensive training. This injury caused chronic pain and stiffness, affecting his ability to perform certain moves effectively. | Overuse and repetitive strain during intensive training. | 8 weeks | Rest, physical therapy, and modified training regimen. | Had to adjust training routines and missed some practice sessions. | Increased caution during training, fear of aggravating the injury. | None reported in the same area. | 2016-05-05 | Moderate | Physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, rest. | Team physiotherapist and chiropractor. | Ongoing need for maintenance therapy to manage pain. | Core strengthening exercises, proper technique during training. | No major competitions missed, but training was affected. | Dull ache, stiffness, difficulty bending. | High without proper management. | Family, coach, and medical team. | Training facility and sports clinic. |
Alex Shibutani's Sports Injuries Videos
We broke into the rink!
Today, we flew to Sun Valley, Idaho! It's a family trip, not visions of him. We're skating, and the rink there is kind of cold, so we brought winter jackets. During the trip, we experienced various moments, such as running to catch transportation, feeling the altitude, and enjoying the scenery. We arrived at the Sun Valley Resort with a nice view and had some delicious food, including a Fourth of July dessert.
After a short rest, we headed to the ice rink for practice. The rink is unique because it's outside, which makes it a cool place to skate, even though it's warm in July. Despite some initial confusion about the directions, we made it to the rink. The ice felt different, but we adjusted quickly.
We practiced for our July 4th show, which will feature headliners, fireworks, and a routine. Everyone did great, and it felt good to be back on the ice in Sun Valley. After practice, we looked forward to skating under the stars later that night.
Maia & Alex Shibutani's ice dance to "Paradise" by Coldplay at PyeongChang 2018 | Music Monday
Enjoy Maia & Alex Shibutani's ice dance to "Paradise" by Coldplay at the figure skating gala.
2016 U.S. Nationals: Maia Shibutani/Alex Shibutani FD (Overlay Audio)
Maya and Alex Shibutani delivered an outstanding performance, which left the audience on their feet with a standing ovation at the EXL Energy Center. Their connection and emotion on the ice were unique and resonated well with the audience. They achieved all level fours on their elements in both the short and free dances. Their performance received the third highest free dance score of all time at the U.S. Championships and the fourth highest total score, an impressive achievement for a team that many doubted could surpass their competitors.
