Carolina Kostner's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Figure Skating
Carolina Kostner'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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| Fractures | Left Ankle | 2017-09-14 | Severe pain, inability to put weight on the ankle, and immediate swelling. | This injury required surgical intervention to properly align the fractured bones and ensure proper healing. | During a practice session, Carolina Kostner fell awkwardly, resulting in a fracture to her left ankle. | 8 weeks | Post-surgery rehabilitation included physical therapy to regain strength and mobility in the ankle. | Significant downtime from training and competition, impacting her preparation for the upcoming season. | Frustration and concern about the ability to return to previous performance levels. | None on the same ankle. | 2018-01-20 | Severe | Surgery followed by intensive physical therapy. | Surgeon, physiotherapist, and sports doctor. | Potential for arthritis and stiffness in the ankle in the future. | Ankle braces and modified training routines to reduce impact. | 2017 NHK Trophy | Immediate severe pain and inability to move the ankle. | High, due to the complexity of the fracture and th | Professional medical team, family, and coach. | Hospital and specialized sports rehabilitation center. |
| Sprains | Left Wrist | 2019-03-04 | Pain, swelling, and limited movement in the wrist. | The injury was less severe compared to her previous ones but still required attention to avoid complications. | During a spin, Carolina Kostner lost balance and fell on her left wrist, causing a sprain. | 2 weeks | Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) method followed by light wrist exercises. | Minor interruption in training schedule. | Mild anxiety about falling again but overall less impact compared to previous injuries. | None on the same wrist. | 2019-03-25 | Mild | RICE method and physiotherapy. | Physiotherapist and sports doctor. | Minimal, with proper care and rehabilitation. | Wrist guards during practice sessions. | None | Pain and swelling shortly after the fall. | Low, with proper preventive measures. | Coach and medical team. | Training facility. |
| Strains | Right Knee | 2014-11-30 | Pain and swelling in the knee, leading to restricted movement. | The injury was a significant setback as it occurred during the competitive season, requiring immediate medical attention and rest. | During a training session, Carolina Kostner landed awkwardly after a jump, causing strain to her right knee. | 4 weeks | Physical therapy focused on strengthening the knee muscles and improving flexibility. | Missed several key training sessions and competitive events. | Increased anxiety about performing jumps and fear of re-injury. | None on the same knee. | 2015-01-10 | Moderate | Physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medication. | Team physiotherapist and orthopedic specialist. | Required ongoing strength training to prevent re-injury. | Enhanced warm-up routines and knee support during training. | 2014 Golden Spin of Zagreb | Sharp pain and immediate swelling. | Moderate, due to the nature of the sport. | Family, coach, and medical team. | Training facility and local physiotherapy clinic. |
Carolina Kostner's Sports Injuries Videos
A Stunning Routine! | Carolina Kostner's 2014 Performance to "Ave Maria" | Eurosport
Carolina Kostner produced this angelic performance to "Ave Maria" at the 2014 Winter Olympic Games, leading her to a bronze...
Carolina Kostner facing a 4-year 3-month ban for alleged doping
Finishing things off in figure skating this time, where the doping scandal seems to be an issue for the sport as well, Sochi bronze medalist Carolina Kostner is set to face a major ban due to a doping scandal involving her ex-boyfriend Alex Schweder. Italian prosecutors believe Kostner assisted in avoiding drug testers when they were together. It is reported that the figure skater is set to face a four-year and three-month ban, and she has already announced that she will not participate in the new season.
Carolina Kostner's 2007 World Championship Short Program on ESPN
After missing the entire Grand Prix season due to an injury, Carolina Kostner returns to impress judges and the audience with her performance. She skates with incredible speed and executes a triple-triple combination and a triple Lutz with ease and elegance. Her program, beautifully choreographed by Lori Nichol, showcases her graceful movements and long lines. Despite her absence from competition, Kostner's performance is poised and confident, earning her a solid first-place score of 67.15.
