Henrik Lundqvist's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Ice Hockey

Henrik Lundqvist'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
Fractures Neck 2015-01-30 Missed 25 games Henrik Lundqvist sustained a vascular injury in his neck when a puck struck him during a game. This serious injury required significant time off to ensure proper healing. Puck struck the neck during a game 7 weeks Rest and monitored recovery Moderate Significant due to severity None in the same area 2015-03-28 Severe Rest and medical monitoring Specialized medical team None Enhanced protective gear 25 games Pain and difficulty moving Moderate Team, family, and medical support Specialized medical facility
Sprains Right Ankle 2018-03-09 Missed a few games Henrik Lundqvist sprained his right ankle during a game, causing him to miss a few games while he recovered. Twisted ankle during a game 1 week Rest, ice, compression, and elevation Minor Minimal None in the same area 2018-03-17 Mild RICE method Team trainers None Ankle support and strengthening exercises 3 games Swelling and pain Low Team and family support Team facilities
Strains Left Knee 2015-11-22 Missed several games Henrik Lundqvist suffered a left knee strain during a practice session. The injury caused him to miss several games, but he returned to play later in the season. During a practice session 2 weeks Physical therapy and rest Minor Minimal None in the same area 2015-12-07 Mild Rest and physical therapy Team physicians None Strengthening exercises 4 games Pain and swelling Low Team and family support Team facilities
Strains Right Groin 2013-12-06 Missed several games Henrik Lundqvist strained his right groin during a game, leading to a short absence from the lineup to allow for recovery. Overstretching during a game 2 weeks Physical therapy and rest Minor Minimal None in the same area 2013-12-21 Mild Rest and physical therapy Team physicians None Proper warm-up and stretching 6 games Pain and limited movement Low Team and family support Team facilities

Henrik Lundqvist's Sports Injuries Videos

Gotta See It: Lundqvist takes puck to the neck, stays in the game

Henrik Lundqvist showed why he's one of the league's most reliable goaltenders, staying in a game after taking a puck to the neck. Despite the dangerous play where the puck slipped under his mask, causing visible pain, Lundqvist decided to remain in the game. The team doctor and trainers from both teams checked him thoroughly, ensuring he was okay. He received a well-deserved standing ovation for his toughness and competitive spirit.
Video thumb: Gotta See It: Lundqvist takes puck to the neck, stays in the game

Henrik Lundqvist's injury

Henrik's injury against Carolina. https://www.facebook.com/pages/NHL26/352331301629856?ref=hl
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On December 15, 2016, Cody Eakin hit Henrik Lundqvist in the head while behind the net.

Cody Eakin connects with the head of Henrik Lundqvist while he tries to play the puck from behind the net. Lundqvist went to the...
Video thumb: On December 15, 2016, Cody Eakin hit Henrik Lundqvist in the head while behind the net.

Henrik Lundqvist's Scary Throat Injury vs. Hurricanes on 1/31/14

Lundqvist will be sidelined after a scary throat injury against the Hurricanes on January 31, 2015.
Video thumb: Henrik Lundqvist's Scary Throat Injury vs. Hurricanes on 1/31/14