Alicia Sacramone's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Gymnastics
Alicia Sacramone'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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| Elbow Injuries | Right Elbow | 2008-05-31 | She had to withdraw from the competition and underwent a period of immobilization. | While performing a dismount, she landed awkwardly, causing her elbow to dislocate. Immediate medical attention was required. | Sacramone dislocated her right elbow during a balance beam routine at the U.S. National Championships. | 3-4 months | Initial immobilization followed by physical therapy to restore range of motion and strength. | She missed a significant portion of the competitive season but returned in time for the Olympic trials. | The injury was a shock but motivated her to come back stronger. | No major previous elbow injuries. | Returned in time for the 2008 Olympic trials. | Moderate | Immobilization and physical therapy | Orthopedic specialist and physical therapists | Possible susceptibility to future elbow injuries. | Increased focus on elbow stabilization exercises. | 2008 U.S. National Championships | Severe pain and inability to move the elbow. | Moderate | Support from coaches, teammates, and medical team. | Local physical therapy clinic. |
| Shoulder Injuries | Left Shoulder | 2007-05-14 | She had to reduce her training intensity and focus on rehabilitation. | While attempting a high-difficulty vault, Sacramone landed awkwardly, straining her left shoulder. | Sacramone injured her left shoulder during a vault practice session. | 2-3 months | Rehabilitation focused on strengthening the shoulder muscles and improving flexibility. | She had to modify her training but was able to return to competition relatively quickly. | The injury was frustrating but manageable. | No major previous shoulder injuries. | Returned in time for the 2007 World Championships. | Mild to moderate | Physical therapy and rest | Physical therapists and sports medicine specialists | Minimal long-term impact with proper rehabilitation. | Strengthening and conditioning of shoulder muscles. | No major competitions missed. | Pain and limited range of motion. | Low to moderate | Support from medical team and coaches. | Local physical therapy clinic. |
| Tendinitis | Right Ankle | 2011-10-03 | She had to withdraw from the World Championships and underwent surgery. | Sacramone was performing a tumbling pass when she felt a sharp pain in her right ankle. An MRI confirmed the tear. | Alicia Sacramone tore her right Achilles tendon during training for the World Championships. | 6-8 months | Post-surgery, she went through extensive physical therapy focusing on regaining strength and flexibility in her Achilles tendon. | This injury significantly impacted her career, delaying her return to competitive gymnastics. | The injury was a major setback, but Sacramone remained determined and focused on her recovery. | She had previous ankle injuries but none as severe as the Achilles tendon tear. | Sacramone returned to competition in mid-2012. | Severe | Surgical repair followed by physical therapy | Orthopedic surgeon and physical therapists | Potential for reduced flexibility and strength in the tendon. | Increased focus on ankle strengthening exercises and proper warm-up routines. | 2011 World Championships | Sharp pain and inability to push off the foot. | Moderate to high, especially without proper rehabi | Support from family, coaches, and medical team. | Local physical therapy clinic and home exercises. |
Alicia Sacramone's Sports Injuries Videos
Alicia Sacramone's Comeback from Injury in 2012
This is my montage of Alicia Sacramone. Though she had an injury in 2011, she made a recovery that only one other US athlete has...
Catching Up with Alicia Sacramone
Alicia Sacramone discusses her recovery from surgery, mentioning that six months post-surgery, she is back in the gym focusing on vault and beam, but has given up floor exercises due to the strain on her legs. Initially, she spent four and a half months without any gymnastics, using a walking boot and crutches, and attended rehab in Colorado. Her training gradually increased from stretching and light conditioning to more intense workouts, including cardio and strength training outside the gym. She is also taking online classes and has a passion for fashion and sewing, which she enjoys in her spare time.
Alicia Sacramone - Floor Exercise - 2011 Visa Championships - Women's Day 1
The lasting image, unfortunately, that a lot of Americans have of her on the floor is the team finals at the Olympic Games. Is that part of the reason you think she's back out on this event? You know, it's not just the image that others had, it's the image that she had. And she said this comeback is all about redemption. She says that that's everything to her right now.
