Eric Gordon's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Basketball

Eric Gordon'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
Knee Injuries Right Knee 2011-02-22 Missed several weeks of play. Eric Gordon sustained a knee injury that led to significant time away from the court. The injury occurred during a game against the Orlando Magic. During a game, landed awkwardly after a jump shot. 6 weeks Underwent physical therapy and strength training. Missed crucial games in the season. Frustration due to inability to contribute to the team. None 2011-04-06 Moderate Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE), physical therapy. Team doctors and physical therapists. No lasting effects reported. Strengthening exercises for knee stability. 10 games Pain and swelling in the knee. Moderate Family, team, and coaching staff. Team facility and specialized clinic.
Sprains Left Ankle 2014-12-17 Missed several weeks of play. Eric Gordon sprained his left ankle during a game against the Houston Rockets. The injury required rest and rehabilitation. Twisted ankle while landing awkwardly after a rebound. 4 weeks Rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), and physical therapy. Brief interruption in playing schedule. Concern about re-injury. Right knee injury, right wrist injury 2015-01-20 Moderate RICE, physical therapy. Team doctors and physical therapists. No lasting effects reported. Ankle strengthening exercises and proper footwear. 8 games Pain and swelling in the ankle. Moderate Family, teammates, and coaching staff. Team facility.
Strains Left Hamstring 2017-11-21 Missed several weeks of play. Eric Gordon strained his left hamstring during a game against the Denver Nuggets. The injury required a period of rest and rehabilitation. Strained hamstring while sprinting during a game. 4 weeks Rest, physical therapy, and gradual return to activity. Short-term impact on playing time. Concern about fitness and performance levels. Right knee injury, right wrist injury, left ankle sprain 2017-12-26 Moderate Rest, physical therapy. Team doctors and physical therapists. No lasting effects reported. Hamstring strengthening and flexibility exercises. 6 games Sharp pain in the hamstring. Moderate Family, medical staff, and teammates. Team facility.
Wrist Injuries Right Wrist 2012-01-03 Missed several months of play. Eric Gordon suffered a wrist injury that severely impacted his season. The injury occurred during a practice session and required extensive treatment. Injured during practice while attempting a dunk. 3 months Splinting, physical therapy, and gradual return to activity. Significant reduction in playing time for the season. Increased anxiety about returning to peak performance. Right knee injury 2012-04-10 Severe Splinting, rest, physical therapy. Orthopedic specialist and team medical staff. Required ongoing management to prevent recurrence. Wrist strengthening exercises and protective gear. 30 games Immediate pain and limited mobility in the wrist. High Family, medical staff, and teammates. Team facility and specialized orthopedic clinic.

Eric Gordon's Sports Injuries Videos

Eric Gordon Helped Off the Court After Scary Injury | Rockets vs. Celtics

With 80 seconds to go in the first half, Eric Gordon grimaced in pain and held his left ankle after an apparent injury. He needed help off the court, unable to put weight on his ankle initially, which he seemed to have rolled after stepping on Vincent Poirier's foot. This incident occurred with the Rockets leading 69-55, and it posed a significant concern for the team and their fans, especially with their first official seating restart game approaching.
Video thumb: Eric Gordon Helped Off the Court After Scary Injury | Rockets vs. Celtics

Eric Gordon injured his left ankle | Rockets vs. Celtics

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Video thumb: Eric Gordon injured his left ankle | Rockets vs. Celtics