Jacques Plante's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Ice Hockey
Jacques Plante'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concussions | Head | 1970-01-01 | Suffered a concussion and was knocked unconscious. | Plante's concussion was a serious injury given the limited understanding and treatment options at the time. | Hit in the head by a puck during a game. | Approximately 2 weeks | Rest and monitoring for symptoms of concussion. | Short-term impact on his ability to play; long-term effects were not well understood at the time. | Increased awareness of the risks associated with head injuries. | No documented previous concussions. | Returned to play after 2 weeks of recovery. | High | Rest and symptom management | Team doctors and medical staff | Potential long-term effects on cognitive function, not fully understood at the time. | Continued use of the goalie mask and increased caution. | Missed 2 weeks of competition | Headache, dizziness, and loss of consciousness. | Moderate risk of re-injury. | Supported by team, family, and medical staff. | Team facilities and home. |
| Fractures | Face | 1970-01-01 | Broke his nose and suffered multiple facial cuts. | This injury led to Plante becoming the first NHL goaltender to regularly wear a mask in games. He had previously worn a mask only in practice. | Struck in the face by a puck during a game against the New York Rangers. | Missed a few games initially | Received stitches and had to wait for the swelling to reduce. | Revolutionized goaltending by making the mask a standard part of the equipment. | Increased confidence and safety while playing. | None of similar severity documented. | Returned to play with a mask within a few games. | High | Stitches and medical monitoring | Team doctors and medical staff | Pioneered the use of the goalie mask in professional hockey. | Started wearing a mask during games. | Missed a few games | Severe pain, bleeding, and swelling. | Reduced significantly with the use of a mask. | Supported by team and medical staff. | Team facilities and home. |
| Knee Injuries | Right Knee | 1970-01-01 | Suffered a torn meniscus. | Plante's knee injury required surgery and a significant period of recovery, affecting his performance for the rest of the season. | Injured during a game when he twisted awkwardly while making a save. | Approximately 6 weeks | Underwent surgery to repair the torn meniscus followed by physical therapy. | Had a noticeable impact on his mobility and performance for the remainder of the season. | Frustration due to limited mobility and missed games. | No significant knee injuries prior to this. | Returned to play after 6 weeks of recovery. | Moderate | Surgery and physical therapy | Team doctors and orthopedic specialists | Some lingering issues with knee stability and mobility. | Strengthening exercises and knee support. | Missed 6 weeks of competition | Severe pain and swelling in the knee. | Moderate risk of re-injury. | Support from team, family, and medical staff. | Team facilities and specialized clinics. |
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