Bruno Senna's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Racing

Bruno Senna'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
Back Injuries Lower Back 2012-06-09 Lower back pain and muscle strain Bruno Senna suffered a lower back injury during the 2012 Canadian Grand Prix due to a hard impact while navigating a curb. The injury caused significant discomfort and required immediate attention from the medical team. During the Canadian Grand Prix, Senna experienced a hard impact after going over a curb aggressively. 2 weeks Physical therapy and rest Minor, as he missed only one race. Increased caution when navigating curbs. Concussion in 2011 2012-06-24 Moderate Physical therapy, pain management, and rest Team physiotherapist and medical team None Improved seating and shock absorption in the car 1 race Sharp pain in the lower back Moderate Team support and medical staff Team facilities and local clinic
Concussions Head 2011-08-25 Mild concussion and temporary dizziness Bruno Senna experienced a mild concussion after crashing into the barriers during a practice session at the 2011 Belgian Grand Prix. Medical staff quickly attended to him, and he was advised to rest and avoid strenuous activity for a short period. During a practice session for the Belgian Grand Prix, Bruno Senna lost control of his car and crashed into the barriers. 1 week Rest and monitoring for any lingering symptoms of concussion. Minimal, as he was able to return to racing shortly after recovery. Slight apprehension but overcame it quickly. None reported prior to this incident. 2011-09-02 Mild Rest and observation Formula 1 medical team None Improved safety measures and helmet design None Dizziness and mild headache Low Team and family support Team facilities
Wrist Injuries Right Wrist 2013-05-11 Sprained right wrist In a practice session for the 2013 Spanish Grand Prix, Bruno Senna's car collided with another vehicle, jamming his right wrist against the steering wheel. The impact resulted in a sprain, causing pain and swelling. During a practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix, Senna's car collided with another vehicle, causing his wrist to jam against the steering wheel. 3 weeks Wrist brace, physical therapy, and rest Temporary, missed one race Increased awareness of hand positioning during collisions. Concussion in 2011, lower back injury in 2012 2013-06-02 Moderate Wrist brace, physical therapy, and rest Team physiotherapist and medical team None Improved wrist support in the steering wheel design 1 race Pain and swelling in the right wrist Moderate Team support and medical staff Team facilities and local clinic

Bruno Senna's Sports Injuries Videos

2018 6 Hours of Silverstone - Bruno Senna speaks after his crash

Bruno Senna suffered a heavy crash at Copse during the opening practice session in the #1 Rebellion. Despite the crash resulting in a broken bone, the car did a good job of keeping him safe. Senna expressed his disappointment as Silverstone is a track he loves and hoped to do well. He mentioned that racing sometimes involves such incidents. He plans to do physiotherapy for his ankle, which has a small fracture, and hopes to be back in no time.
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Bruno Senna's Horrific Crash in Monaco Formula E

Mahindra Racing's Bruno Senna was fortunate to be unhurt after a spectacular airborne crash following an opening-lap melee. The race started with Sebastian Buemi leading, followed by Lucas Degrassi. A series of collisions ensued, with Jean-Eric Vergne losing his front wing and multiple cars getting tangled. Senna's car went airborne after hitting the back of Daniel Abt's car. The safety car was deployed, and the incident also involved other drivers like Loic Duval and the two Andretti cars. Despite the chaos, Senna was uninjured, and the race continued after his car was cleared.
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