Hicham El Guerrouj's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Track And Field
Hicham El Guerrouj'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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| Ankle Injuries | Right Ankle | 2004-07-14 | Severe pain and swelling, limited mobility. | Hicham El Guerrouj suffered a right ankle injury which hampered his preparation for the 2004 Athens Olympics. Despite this injury, he went on to win gold medals in both the 1500m and 5000m events. | Injured during a training session leading up to the 2004 Athens Olympics. | Approximately 2 weeks | Intensive physiotherapy and rest, including ice therapy and anti-inflammatory medication. | The injury did not significantly impact his career as he managed to secure two Olympic gold medals. | Determination and resilience to overcome the injury and perform at the highest level. | None reported in the same area. | Competed in the 2004 Athens Olympics shortly after the injury. | Moderate | Physiotherapy, rest, ice therapy, and anti-inflammatory medication. | Team physiotherapist and medical doctor. | No long-term impact reported. | Strengthening exercises and proper warm-up routines. | None | Pain and swelling in the right ankle. | Low, with proper rehabilitation and preventive mea | Support from coaching staff, medical team, and family. | Training camp facilities. |
| Quadriceps Injuries | Left Thigh | 2000-06-09 | Muscle strain, pain, and reduced performance capabilities. | Hicham El Guerrouj experienced a quadriceps strain in his left thigh during a critical phase of his training. The injury required him to adjust his training regimen and focus on recovery. | Injured during a high-intensity training session. | Approximately 3-4 weeks | Rest, physiotherapy, and gradual reintroduction to full training loads. | Temporary setback but did not cause any long-term career impacts. | Frustration due to the interruption in training but maintained a positive outlook towards recovery. | None reported in the same area. | Returned to competition after full recovery, participating in subsequent events. | Moderate | Rest, physiotherapy, and anti-inflammatory treatments. | Team physiotherapist and medical doctor. | No long-term impact reported. | Strengthening and flexibility exercises to prevent recurrence. | Missed some minor competitions but no major events. | Pain and discomfort in the left thigh. | Moderate, with a focus on preventive measures. | Support from coaching staff, medical team, and family. | Training camp and physiotherapy clinic. |
Hicham El Guerrouj's Sports Injuries Videos
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World record holder in 1500m, 2000m, and 5000m.
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