Jessie Diggins's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Skiing
Jessie Diggins'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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| Concussions | Head | 2020-12-09 | Suffered a concussion, leading to dizziness and headaches. | Jessie Diggins experienced a concussion after a fall during training. She had to follow a strict protocol to ensure a full recovery. | During a training session, Jessie Diggins fell and hit her head on the ground. | 4 weeks | Included rest, limited screen time, and gradually increasing physical activity under medical supervision. | Missed a few training sessions and had to take a cautious approach to her return to competition. | Increased anxiety about falling again during training. | None related to concussions. | 2021-01-10 | Moderate | Rest, hydration, and gradual return to activity. | Team physician and a neurologist. | No long-term effects reported. | Improved safety protocols during training sessions. | None, as it occurred during the off-season. | Dizziness, headache, and confusion. | Low, with proper precautions. | Family, teammates, and medical staff. | Home and training facility. |
| Stress Fractures | Lower Leg (Right) | 2018-02-14 | Pain and swelling in the lower leg, leading to limited mobility. | Jessie Diggins developed a stress fracture in her right lower leg due to the repetitive strain of cross-country skiing. This required her to take a break from training and competition to heal. | Developed over time due to the high impact and repetitive nature of cross-country skiing. | 6-8 weeks | Included rest, use of a protective boot, and gradual return to weight-bearing activities. | Missed several competitions and had to modify her training regimen. | Frustration and concern about the impact on her competitive season. | None related to stress fractures. | 2018-04-15 | Severe | Rest, immobilization, and physical therapy. | Orthopedic specialist and physical therapist. | Increased focus on injury prevention and monitoring. | Enhanced strength training and cross-training to reduce repetitive strain. | Several World Cup events. | Persistent pain and swelling in the lower leg. | Moderate, with a need for ongoing preventive measu | Coaches, teammates, family, and medical staff. | Training facility and home. |
Jessie Diggins's Sports Injuries Videos
Jessie Diggins Ruka - Jessie Diggins, bloodied and missing a glove - Jessie Diggins ski accident
One look at Jessie Diggins after the race and it was clear that her legend is growing. On Sunday, she began the best US cross-country year in history, finishing second in the 20 km freestyle in Ruka, Finland, in temperatures hovering around 0° just outside the Arctic Circle. Diggins has been a fixture on World Cup podiums for 12 years and is known for braving fierce weather. However, the bruise surrounding the right side of Diggins's mouth was unique. She lost her right ski pole and glove with about one mile left, and when handed a new pole, it initially struck her in the face, causing a bloody cut. She finished the final 3 minutes with one glove.
Best call of the 2018 Olympics: Jessie Diggins wins gold with an incredible comeback on the Klabo Bakken!
Best call of the 2018 Winter Olympics: Jessie Diggins winning gold in the team ski sprint final.
