Cameron van der Burgh's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Swimming
Cameron van der Burgh'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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| Knee Injuries | Left Knee | 2016-03-14 | Swelling and instability in the knee | Cameron van der Burgh sustained a left knee injury during a training session when he twisted his knee while making a turn in the pool. | Twist during a turn in the pool | 6 weeks | Rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), and physical therapy | Missed national championships but recovered in time for international events | Concern over long-term effects on performance | None reported in the same area | Returned in time for the international swimming circuit | Moderate | RICE, physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory medication | Team physiotherapist and orthopedic specialist | Potential risk of re-injury under high stress | Strengthening exercises for the knee and improved technique | 2016 National Championships | Pain, swelling, and instability in the left knee | Moderate | Family, coaching staff, and medical team | Local sports clinic |
| Shoulder Injuries | Right Shoulder | 2012-05-09 | Reduced range of motion and pain | Cameron van der Burgh experienced a right shoulder injury due to overuse while preparing for the 2012 London Olympics. | Overuse during training | 8 weeks | Physical therapy focusing on shoulder strengthening and flexibility exercises | Missed several training sessions but managed to compete in the Olympics | Increased stress and anxiety about performance | None reported in the same area | Returned in time for the 2012 London Olympics | Moderate | Rest, ice, physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory medication | Team physiotherapist and sports doctor | Occasional discomfort during intense training | Improved training techniques and regular physiotherapy sessions | Several training sessions but no major competitions | Pain and stiffness in the right shoulder | Moderate | Family, coaching staff, and medical team | Local sports clinic |
Cameron van der Burgh's Sports Injuries Videos
How Cameron van der Burgh and Adam Peaty Changed Breaststroke
Breaststroke has evolved significantly in the last 10-15 years, with Cameron Vandenberg being a major contributor to this change. Around 2012, during his breakout at the Olympics, Vandenberg focused on high frequency and less power, allowing him to go out fast enough that 200-meter specialists couldn't catch up. This approach enabled him to finish races with a competitive second 50 meters. Adam Peaty took this to the next level by narrowing the kick even further and increasing frequency, leading to faster times. Now, breaststrokers must maintain a tempo of 55-60 strokes per minute to stay competitive in the 100 meters.
Cameron van der Burgh Breaks World Record - 100m Breaststroke | London 2012 Olympics
South Africa's Cameron van der Burgh sets a new world record of 58.46 as he wins the gold medal in the men's 100m...
