Denis Shapovalov's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Tennis
Denis Shapovalov'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 | 2020-10-09 | Limited mobility and pain, affecting his performance. | Shapovalov experienced lower back pain during the 2020 season, forcing him to take breaks from training and competition. This injury was exacerbated by a demanding schedule. | Strain from intense matches and heavy travel schedule. | 1 month | Focused on core strengthening, stretching, and rest. | Had to withdraw from some tournaments and affected his performance in others. | Anxiety about recurring back issues. | None related to the back. | Returned to full competition in November 2020. | Mild to Moderate | Physical therapy, rest, and pain management. | Physiotherapist and sports medicine doctor. | Need for continuous core strengthening and back care. | Regular core exercises and proper warm-up routines. | Several smaller tournaments in October 2020. | Lower back stiffness and pain during and after matches. | Moderate, given the physical demands of tennis. | Support from his medical and coaching team. | Home and sports rehabilitation center. |
| Knee Injuries | Left Knee | 2021-06-30 | Had to withdraw from the tournament he was participating in. | During a match in July 2021, Shapovalov experienced pain in his left knee, which led to his withdrawal from the tournament and a brief break from the tour for recovery. | Injury occurred while playing on a hard court, causing strain on the knee. | 3 weeks | Physical therapy focused on knee stability and strength, along with rest. | Missed a few matches and had to adjust his training schedule. | Concern about the stability of his knee in future matches. | None related to the knee. | Returned to competition later in July 2021. | Mild | Physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medication. | Team physiotherapist and orthopedic specialist. | Ongoing need for knee strengthening exercises. | Wearing knee support and regular knee exercises. | One tournament in early July 2021. | Sharp pain in the left knee during movement. | Low to Moderate, with proper care. | Support from his medical team and family. | Home and sports rehabilitation center. |
| Shoulder Injuries | Right Shoulder | 2019-02-28 | Had to withdraw from several tournaments and take a break from the tour. | Denis Shapovalov experienced right shoulder pain due to overuse, which led to his withdrawal from the 2019 Indian Wells and Miami Open. He underwent rehabilitation to recover from this injury. | Overuse during intensive training sessions and matches. | 2 months | Physical therapy and rest were prescribed. Focused on strengthening shoulder muscles and improving flexibility. | Missed important tournaments, affecting his ranking and momentum. | Frustration and concern about the impact on his career. | None related to the shoulder. | Returned to competition in May 2019. | Moderate | Physical therapy, rest, and anti-inflammatory medication. | Team physiotherapist and orthopedic specialist. | Need for ongoing shoulder strengthening exercises to prevent recurrence. | Regular shoulder exercises and monitoring training intensity. | Indian Wells, Miami Open, and several smaller tournaments. | Pain and discomfort in the right shoulder during and after matches. | Moderate, due to the repetitive nature of tennis. | Support from his coaching team and family. | Home and specialized rehabilitation facilities. |
Denis Shapovalov's Sports Injuries Videos
Denis Shapovalov crashes out of Sofia Open in an ill-tempered display
Denis Shapovalov crashed out of the Sofia Open on Tuesday with an error-strewn, ill-tempered display that saw him lose 6-2, 6-4.
Drama as Denis Shapovalov Receives Rare Tennis Code Violation | Rome 2022
Sonago is convinced the call was missed. Dennis Shapovalov crosses the net, leading to a code violation and a point penalty. Despite understanding the rule, Shapovalov argues with the umpire. The initial dispute was about a line call resulting in a double fault and break point. After the penalty, Sonago serves at 5-3. Shapovalov apologizes to the chair umpire but doesn't receive much support from the Italian crowd.
