Amanda Nunes's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Mma
Amanda Nunes'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 | Right Ankle | 2014-11-07 | Swelling and limited mobility in the right ankle. | Amanda Nunes suffered a right ankle injury while training for an upcoming fight. She was unable to put full weight on her right foot. | During training, Amanda rolled her right ankle while attempting a takedown move. | 6 weeks | Physical therapy including balance exercises and strengthening routines for the ankle. | Missed a scheduled fight, causing a delay in her fight schedule. | Frustration due to the delay in her career progression. | No significant previous ankle injuries reported. | 2015-01-17 | Moderate | Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE), followed by physical therapy. | Team physical therapist and orthopedist. | No long-term impact reported. | Incorporated more ankle-strengthening exercises into her routine. | UFC Fight Night 56 | Immediate pain and swelling. | Moderate, due to the nature of MMA training. | Coaches, team members, and medical staff. | American Top Team gym. |
| Knee Injuries | Right Knee | 2019-07-05 | Pain and limited movement in the right knee. | Amanda Nunes suffered a right knee injury during her fight against Holly Holm at UFC 239. | Injured during a fight, experiencing a sudden twist to the knee. | 4 weeks | Rest, ice, and gradual return to training with knee support. | Short-term impact with a brief training interruption. | Concern over the potential for long-term knee problems. | No significant previous knee injuries reported. | 2019-08-03 | Mild | RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) and use of knee brace. | Team physician and physical therapist. | Minimal, with proper rehabilitation. | Enhanced focus on knee stabilization exercises. | None | Immediate pain and swelling in the knee. | Low, with proper care and conditioning. | Coaches, teammates, and medical professionals. | American Top Team gym. |
| Shoulder Injuries | Left Shoulder | 2017-06-08 | Severe pain and inability to move the left arm properly. | Amanda Nunes dislocated her left shoulder during a sparring session while preparing for a title defense. | Suffered a dislocation during a sparring session. | 8 weeks | Shoulder stabilization exercises, followed by gradual strength training. | Postponed a title defense fight. | Increased stress due to the pressure of maintaining her championship status. | No significant previous shoulder injuries reported. | 2017-08-19 | Severe | Shoulder reduction procedure followed by physical therapy. | Orthopedic surgeon and physical therapist. | Potential for recurrent dislocations. | Strengthening of shoulder muscles to prevent future dislocations. | UFC 213 | Sharp pain and noticeable deformity of the shoulder. | High, without proper strengthening and conditionin | Coaching staff, medical team, and family. | American Top Team gym. |
Amanda Nunes's Sports Injuries Videos
Amanda Nunes on Crutches - Talks Injuries | UFC 277 Post
Amanda Nunes, after her dominating performance at UFC 277 against Juliana Pena, attended the press conference on crutches. Despite the minor injuries, she felt amazing and expressed happiness with her performance. She mentioned that she needs to review the fight to understand the specific moments that caused the injuries but remains confident in her recovery.
Amanda Nunes: Knee injuries contributed to the loss to Julianna Peña | ESPN MMA
Amanda Nunes discusses her upcoming fight with Julianna Peña and her participation in a six-week coaching reality series. She talks about the significance of this fight, especially after her loss to Peña, and how she feels the reality show will add to the excitement. Nunes reflects on her previous fight, mentioning that her training camp was chaotic due to health issues, including knee problems and recovering from COVID. She admits she wasn't at her best and feels motivated to prove herself in the rematch. Nunes also addresses her decision to leave American Top Team to open her own gym, seeking new challenges and a fresh start. Despite her respect for Peña, Nunes is confident she will reclaim her title in the rematch.
Ronda Rousey knocked out by Amanda Nunes in 48 seconds - UFC 207
Ronda Rousey gets knocked out by Amanda Nunes in 48 seconds at UFC 207. Subscribe for the latest sports highlights and videos.
Amanda Nunes: All 5 Losses in MMA Fights (2023) / Lioness Hunt
The video documents the four losses of Amanda "The Lioness" Nunes in her professional MMA career. Her first defeat came in March 2008 against Ana Maria in Prime MMA Championship 2 by submission in just 35 seconds. Her second loss occurred in September 2011 against Alexis Davis at Strikeforce, where she was defeated by TKO in the second round. In January 2013, Nunes lost to Sarah D'Alelio at Invicta FC 4 by unanimous decision. Her fourth loss happened in September 2014 against Cat Zingano at UFC 178 by TKO in the third round. After a 12-fight winning streak, Nunes lost to Julianna Peña at UFC 269 in December 2021, where she was submitted in the second round, losing her bantamweight championship.
