Elena Produnova's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Gymnastics

Elena Produnova'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
Ankle Injuries right ankle 1999-03-14 Severe sprain, unable to compete for several months Elena Produnova injured her right ankle during a floor routine landing at the Russian Championships. The injury was a severe sprain that required extensive medical attention. During a floor routine landing 3 months Intensive physiotherapy and strength training Missed several key competitions and had to adjust her training regimen Temporary loss of confidence in performing high-difficulty landings None reported in the same area 1999-06-20 Severe Rest, ice, compression, elevation, and physiotherapy Russian Gymnastics Federation's medical team Increased caution in landings Strengthening exercises for the ankle and improved landing techniques 1999 European Championships Severe pain and swelling Moderate Coaches, teammates, and family Moscow, Russia
Knee Injuries left knee 2000-08-24 Torn meniscus, required surgery While training for the vault, Elena Produnova tore the meniscus in her left knee. The injury was severe enough to require surgical intervention and a lengthy rehabilitation process. During vault training 6 months Post-surgical physiotherapy and gradual return to training Missed the 2000 Olympics, which was a significant setback Frustration and disappointment due to missing the Olympics None reported in the same area 2001-02-15 Severe Arthroscopic surgery and physiotherapy Orthopedic surgeon and physiotherapist Potential for chronic knee pain Regular knee-strengthening exercises 2000 Sydney Olympics Sharp pain and swelling in the knee High Medical team, coaches, and family Moscow, Russia
Wrist Injuries right wrist 2002-04-09 Fracture, immobilization and rehabilitation required Elena Produnova fractured her right wrist during an uneven bars routine. The injury required immobilization and a period of rehabilitation before she could return to full training. During uneven bars routine 4 months Immobilization followed by gradual physiotherapy Missed several national competitions and delayed training Concern about future performances on uneven bars None reported in the same area 2002-08-25 Moderate Casting and physiotherapy Orthopedic specialist and physiotherapist Potential for reduced wrist flexibility Wrist strengthening and protective gear 2002 Russian Nationals Severe pain and inability to move the wrist Moderate Medical team, coaches, and family Moscow, Russia

Elena Produnova's Sports Injuries Videos

Gymnastics Accident

This is the final vault for Stefan Beletsky. Father and coach Istanbul Beletsky looking on. I've never seen a springboard break like that. There will be a deduction on the landing. I'd hate to be responsible for that. Not the official tools of gymnastics, the official tools of NASCAR craftsman at Sears.
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Yelena Produnova - 2000 Olympics Team Final - Uneven Bars

Yelena Produnova - 2000 Olympics Team Finals - Uneven Bars.
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Elena Produnova - Vignette - 2000 Visa American Cup

Feb. 26, 2000 - Orlando Arena - Orlando, Fla. [Music] I like cuz I'm just a girl a little me well don't let me out of oh I'm just a girl let [Applause] me see you later [Applause] [Music] we're with NBC and we have clearance to do this one of the best gymnasts in the world right here the suic bom should hit you in just a few [Music] seconds and those were some serious biceps she was flashing yesterday in her trip to Universal Studios she scared me you're in Orlando
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