Anthony Smith's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Mma
Anthony Smith'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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| Facial Injuries | Face | 2020-05-12 | Injuries included a broken nose, swelling, and cuts that required stitches. | The fight was particularly brutal, with Smith taking numerous punches to the face, resulting in multiple injuries. The damage was visible and required immediate medical intervention. | Anthony Smith sustained multiple facial injuries during the same fight against Glover Teixeira at UFC Fight Night. | 4-6 weeks | Rehabilitation involved rest and limited physical activity to allow the facial bones and tissues to heal. | Temporary suspension from fighting to recover fully. | The visible scars and injuries affected his self-esteem and public image. | Previous facial cuts and bruises from earlier fights. | 2020-08-29 | Moderate | Stitches for cuts, rest, and anti-inflammatory medication | UFC medical team and personal physician | Potential for scarring and sensitivity in the facial area | Improved defensive techniques and headgear during training | UFC Fight Night events | Severe pain, swelling, and bleeding | Moderate | Family, teammates, and coaching staff | Home and local medical facility |
| Fractures | Left Leg | 2020-05-12 | The fracture required immediate medical attention and resulted in significant pain and immobility. | During the fight, Anthony Smith took a series of heavy blows to his left leg, which eventually led to a fracture. The injury was severe enough to affect his performance and mobility, leading to a loss in the fight. | Anthony Smith sustained a fractured left leg during a fight against Glover Teixeira at UFC Fight Night. | 8-12 weeks | Rehabilitation involved physical therapy focusing on regaining strength and mobility in the left leg. | The injury caused Anthony Smith to take a break from fighting, delaying his return to the octagon. | The injury and subsequent loss had a significant psychological impact, affecting his confidence and mental readiness. | None reported in the left leg prior to this incident. | 2020-08-29 | Severe | Immobilization, followed by physical therapy | UFC medical team and personal physician | Potential for chronic pain and reduced mobility | Increased focus on leg conditioning and protection | UFC Fight Night events | Severe pain and inability to put weight on the left leg | Moderate | Family, teammates, and coaching staff | Local sports rehabilitation center |
| Hand Injuries | Right Hand | 2019-05-31 | The broken hand required surgery and led to a temporary halt in his fighting career. | Despite the injury, Smith continued to fight and eventually won by submission. However, the broken hand required immediate surgical intervention post-fight. | Anthony Smith broke his right hand during a fight against Alexander Gustafsson at UFC Fight Night. | 6-8 weeks | Post-surgery rehabilitation included physical therapy to restore strength and flexibility in the right hand. | The injury caused a delay in his training and subsequent fights. | The injury tested his mental toughness and resilience. | None reported in the right hand prior to this incident. | 2019-10-19 | Severe | Surgery followed by physical therapy | UFC medical team and hand specialist | Potential for reduced grip strength and chronic pain | Enhanced hand protection and conditioning | UFC Fight Night events | Severe pain and inability to use the right hand effectively | Low | Family, teammates, and coaching staff | Specialized hand rehabilitation center |
Anthony Smith's Sports Injuries Videos
UFC 277: The Moment That Anthony Smith Broke His Ankle And Got Destroyed By Ankalaev
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The infamous nerve-killer leg kick. Anthony Smith defeats Jimmy Crute via doctor's stoppage.
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Anthony Smith Knocks Out Rashad Evans in 1st Round
Smith looking for that knee, framing off with that elbow. There it is, and one for good measure. Anthony "Lionheart" Smith.
Anthony Smith expressed deep sympathy and concern for Chris Weidman following his leg injury. He described the incident as shocking and unfortunate, offering his support and wishing Weidman a swift recovery. Smith noted the risks involved in mixed martial arts and emphasized the importance of resilience in overcoming such setbacks.
Chris Weidman suffered a severe leg injury during UFC 261, reminiscent of Anderson Silva's previous injury. Despite being highly praised by his training partners, Weidman experienced a setback in his fight.
