Cody Garbrandt's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Mma

Cody Garbrandt'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 2017-12-01 Had to pull out from the initial fight date and reschedule. Cody Garbrandt suffered a serious back injury that forced him to withdraw from his scheduled title defense against T.J. Dillashaw. The injury required extensive rehabilitation and treatment. Injury occurred during training camp for a fight. 6 months Physical therapy, rest, and specific exercises to strengthen the back muscles. Delayed fight schedule and affected performance in subsequent fights. Increased stress and anxiety about the ability to compete at the highest level. None reported in the back area. Returned to competition in summer 2018. High Physical therapy, rest, and anti-inflammatory medications. Team of physical therapists and sports medicine specialists. Increased risk of re-injury and chronic back pain. Improved core strength and flexibility exercises. Missed the initial fight date against T.J. Dillashaw. Severe back pain and limited mobility. Moderate to high Family, coaches, and medical team. Local sports rehabilitation center.
Facial Injuries Face 2019-03-01 Required medical attention and stitches. Cody Garbrandt suffered a facial laceration during a fight, which required immediate medical attention and stitches. The injury caused significant swelling and bruising. Injury occurred during a fight. 1-2 months Rest and wound care. Short-term impact with a brief pause in training. Temporary concern about facial appearance and healing. No prior facial injuries reported. Returned to training and competition after full recovery. Moderate Stitches and wound management. Emergency medical team and a plastic surgeon. Minimal, potential for scarring. Improved defensive techniques. Minimal competition missed due to quick recovery. Pain, bleeding, and swelling. Low Family, coaches, and medical team. Local medical facility.
Hand Injuries Right Hand 2018-11-29 Required surgery and significant recovery time. Cody Garbrandt broke his right hand during a fight, which required surgical intervention. This injury affected his ability to train and compete for several months. Injury sustained during a fight. 4-5 months Post-surgery physical therapy and gradual return to training. Missed several fight opportunities and training sessions. Frustration and concern over the ability to regain full function. No prior hand injuries reported. Returned to competition in mid-2019. Moderate to high Surgery followed by physical therapy. Orthopedic surgeon and physical therapists. Potential for decreased hand strength and flexibility. Strengthening exercises for the hand and wrist. Missed multiple fight opportunities. Immediate pain, swelling, and inability to use the hand. Moderate Family, coaches, and medical team. Specialized hand rehabilitation clinic.

Cody Garbrandt's Sports Injuries Videos

Cody Garbrandt's perfect timing on the double-leg takedown

Cody Garbrandt's perfect timing on the double leg takedown.
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Cody Garbrandt Failing to Evolve for Almost 4 Minutes

Cody Garbrandt is considered one of the biggest wastes of potential in UFC history. Despite showing promise during his title run, his career has been marked by significant setbacks. The video highlights moments of his fights, commentary on his mindset, and his struggles with maintaining success.
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