Bethany Balcer's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Soccer

Bethany Balcer'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
Ankle Injuries right ankle 2020-06-14 Swelling and pain, limited mobility. Bethany Balcer suffered a right ankle injury during a training session in June 2020. The injury occurred when she twisted her ankle, resulting in significant swelling and pain. Twisted her ankle during a training session. 6 weeks Physical therapy, rest, and strengthening exercises. Missed several training sessions and one match. Minor frustration due to inability to train. None reported. 2020-08-01 Moderate Ice, compression, elevation, and physical therapy. Team physiotherapist and doctor. No long-term impact reported. Ankle supports and strengthening exercises. One match. Pain and swelling in the right ankle. Moderate Teammates and family. Team's training facility.
Concussions head 2022-08-09 Dizziness, headache, and confusion. In August 2022, Bethany Balcer suffered a concussion following a head-to-head collision during a match. She experienced dizziness, headache, and confusion, and was immediately removed from play. Head-to-head collision during a match. 4 weeks Rest, gradual return to physical activity, and cognitive testing. Missed several matches and training sessions. Concern about long-term brain health. Right ankle injury in 2020, left knee injury in 2021. 2022-09-15 Moderate Rest, monitoring, and cognitive testing. Neurologist, team doctor, and physiotherapist. No long-term impact reported. Education on safe playing techniques and proper headgear. Three matches. Dizziness, headache, and confusion. High Teammates, family, and medical staff. Home and team's training facility.
Knee Injuries left knee 2021-05-19 Left knee sprain, difficulty walking. During a match in May 2021, Bethany Balcer collided with another player, resulting in a left knee sprain. She experienced difficulty walking and was immediately taken off the field. Collision with another player during a match. 8 weeks Rest, ice, physical therapy, and gradual return to activity. Missed several matches and training sessions. Increased stress and concern about long-term impact. Right ankle injury in 2020. 2021-07-15 Moderate Rest, ice, compression, elevation, and physical therapy. Team doctor and physiotherapist. No long-term impact reported. Strengthening exercises, knee brace during high-risk activities. Four matches. Pain and swelling in the left knee. Moderate Teammates, family, and medical staff. Team's training facility.

Bethany Balcer's Sports Injuries Videos

NWSL Rookie of the Year: Bethany Balcer, OL Reign

Reign FC forward Bethany Balcer scored six goals and added two assists in her debut season and has been voted Rookie of the...
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Budweiser Player of the Week | Bethany Balcer, OL Reign | Week 16

Bethany Balcer claims Budweiser Player of the Week honors for Week 16. Balcer scored her seventh and eighth goals of the season, leading the NWSL. Her goals included a left-footed strike and a precise header, contributing to an early advantage and an equalizer for the Reign.
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