Daniel Ricciardo's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Racing
Daniel Ricciardo'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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| Back Injuries | Lower Back | 2019-08-23 | Severe back pain and difficulty in moving. | The collision at Spa-Francorchamps was significant, causing Ricciardo to suffer from back pain. He managed to finish the race but required medical attention afterward. | During the 2019 Belgian Grand Prix, Ricciardo experienced a heavy impact after a collision at the start of the race. | 2 weeks | Physical therapy and rest. | Temporary discomfort but no long-term career impact. | Increased caution during race starts. | None related to back injuries. | 2019-09-08 | Moderate | Physical therapy and pain management. | Team physiotherapist and medical team. | None reported. | Strengthening exercises for the back. | None | Severe pain and stiffness. | Moderate | Team medical staff and family. | Team facility and home. |
| Concussions | Head | 2018-10-06 | Missed final part of qualifying and medical evaluation required. | Ricciardo's crash at Suzuka was severe enough to warrant a concussion check. Although he was cleared to race, the incident was a stark reminder of the dangers in motorsport. | During the 2018 Japanese Grand Prix, Ricciardo experienced a heavy crash during qualifying. | Immediate | Underwent standard FIA concussion protocol. | Minor setback, continued racing in the next event. | Increased awareness of the risks involved in motorsport. | None related to concussions. | 2018-10-07 | Moderate | Medical evaluation and rest. | FIA medical team | None reported. | Improved helmet technology and car safety features. | None | Dizziness and headache. | Low | Team medical staff and family. | Trackside medical center |
| Hand Injuries | Left Hand | 2023-08-24 | Unable to race in the Dutch Grand Prix and subsequent races. | Ricciardo's crash during practice led to a significant hand injury, causing him to miss multiple races. This was a major setback as it occurred shortly after his return to F1 with AlphaTauri. | During practice for the Dutch Grand Prix, Ricciardo crashed and suffered a broken metacarpal in his left hand. | 6 weeks | Surgery followed by physical therapy. | Missed multiple races, affecting his return to competitive form. | Frustration due to the timing of the injury. | None related to hand injuries. | 2023-10-06 | Severe | Surgery and rehabilitation. | Specialized hand surgeon and team medical staff. | Potential for reduced hand strength initially. | Strengthening exercises and protective gear. | Multiple races including the Dutch GP. | Severe pain and swelling. | Moderate | Team medical staff and family. | Specialized medical facility and team facility. |
Daniel Ricciardo's Sports Injuries Videos
Daniel Ricciardo breaks his hand instead of Oscar Piastri's McLaren.
have a look at how it happened first up Oscar Piastri loses the class to unsettle the car a little bit truly truly odd was the let's go on board with Daniel Ricciardo as we head to turn three so Ricciardo's barreled speeding is the car possible to come back no no sorry sorry I didn't see that McLaren are you okay you okay quiet
Piastri and Ricciardo Crash at the Same Corner | 2023 Dutch GP
The video discusses the crash that led to Daniel Ricciardo's wrist injury during the Dutch Grand Prix. The crash occurred when Ricciardo tried to avoid Oscar Piastri, who was stranded on the track.
