Aric Almirola's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Racing
Aric Almirola'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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| Back Injuries | Lower Back | 2017-05-12 | He was immediately taken to the hospital and had to miss several races. | The crash occurred during the Go Bowling 400 when Joey Logano and Danica Patrick collided, causing Almirola to crash into them at high speed. | Aric Almirola suffered a compression fracture to his T5 vertebra during a crash at Kansas Speedway. | Approximately 8 weeks | Almirola underwent physical therapy and was fitted with a back brace to aid in his recovery. | He missed seven Cup Series races, but made a successful return later in the season. | The injury raised concerns about the risks involved in racing, but Almirola remained determined to return. | None related to the back prior to this incident. | He returned to racing at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on July 16, 2017. | Severe | Hospitalization, back brace, and physical therapy | NASCAR medical team and hospital staff | No long-term physical limitations reported. | Increased focus on safety equipment and protocols. | Seven Cup Series races | Severe back pain and inability to move without assistance. | Low, with proper precautions and rehabilitation. | Family, team, and medical staff provided strong support. | Various medical facilities and physical therapy centers. |
| Concussions | Head | 2018-10-13 | He experienced symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, and nausea. | The crash happened during the 1000Bulbs.com 500 event when several cars collided, causing Almirola's car to hit the wall hard. | Almirola sustained a concussion following a crash during a race at Talladega Superspeedway. | 2-4 weeks | Rest and gradual return to physical activities under medical supervision. | Missed a few races to ensure full recovery. | Increased caution regarding head injuries and their long-term impacts. | No prior concussions reported. | Returned to racing after clearance from medical professionals. | Moderate | Rest and monitored physical activity | NASCAR medical team and neurologists | No long-term cognitive issues reported. | Improved helmet and head restraint systems. | Two races | Headaches, dizziness, and nausea. | Moderate, with increased risk if another head inju | Family, team, and medical staff provided strong support. | NASCAR medical facility and specialist clinics. |
| Leg Injuries | Right Leg | 2012-06-29 | He experienced pain and swelling in his right leg. | The crash occurred during the Coke Zero 400 when multiple cars collided, causing Almirola's car to hit the wall. | Almirola suffered a leg injury when he was involved in a multi-car crash at Daytona International Speedway. | 2-3 weeks | Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) method was used along with physical therapy. | Minimal, as he was able to return to racing shortly after. | Increased awareness of the physical dangers of racing. | None related to the leg prior to this incident. | Returned to competition within a few weeks. | Moderate | RICE method and physical therapy | NASCAR medical team | No long-term physical limitations reported. | Enhanced safety measures in the car. | One race | Pain and swelling in the right leg. | Moderate, depending on future impacts. | Team and medical staff provided support. | NASCAR medical facility and physical therapy centers. |
Aric Almirola's Sports Injuries Videos
Aric Almirola looks back at how his horrific wreck changed the course of his career | NASCAR RaceDay
Aric Almirola recalls how his terrible wreck at Kansas changed his mentality moving forward in his career. He discusses the challenge of balancing work and life, especially in his demanding sport. He describes the violent crash at Kansas, feeling helpless, and the intense pain from the impact. After the crash, he was worried about potential paralysis. Doctors diagnosed him with a compression fracture to his T5 vertebrae and warned him about the risks of returning to racing too soon. Almirola emphasizes his desire to be there for his family and not jeopardize his future. Despite the risks, he loves racing and is proud to announce he'll be driving the number 10 Smithfield car next year. He feels he has achieved more than he ever dreamed and is ready to seize the best opportunity of his career.
Breaking Down Aric Almirola's Violent Impact at Kansas Speedway | NASCAR Race Hub
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Aric Almirola Injured (2017 GoBowling 400 Kansas Devastating Crash)
Aric Almirola was removed from his car on a stretcher after a devastating wreck. The crash involved Danica Patrick and Joey Logano, with heavy damage to their cars. Emergency personnel worked for 15 minutes to extract Almirola, who remained in his car while Patrick and Logano managed to exit their vehicles quickly. The crash was caused by Logano's car suddenly turning left, possibly due to a disintegrated right front brake rotor. Patrick described the incident as happening out of nowhere, and Logano expressed regret over the situation, noting that something broke on his car, leading to the accident.
