Joaquim Cruz's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Track And Field
Joaquim Cruz'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 | 1987-06-19 | Significant pain and swelling, leading to limited mobility. | Joaquim Cruz suffered a right knee injury during a rigorous training session in preparation for an upcoming competition. The injury caused him considerable pain and swelling. | During a training session, Joaquim Cruz felt a sharp pain in his right knee. | 3 months | Underwent physical therapy and strengthening exercises for the knee. | Missed several competitions, affecting his ranking. | Frustration and anxiety due to the setback in his training and competition schedule. | None on the right knee | Returned to competition after 3 months of rehabilitation. | Moderate | Physical therapy, rest, anti-inflammatory medication. | Dr. Roberto Costa | Occasional knee pain during intense activities. | Strengthening exercises and proper warm-up routines. | 1987 South American Championships | Sharp pain and swelling in the right knee. | Moderate | Family and coaching staff. | Local sports clinic in Brazil. |
| Muscle Injuries | Left Hamstring | 1988-04-14 | Severe pain and inability to continue training. | While preparing for the 1988 Summer Olympics, Joaquim Cruz sustained a left hamstring injury during a sprint training session. The injury forced him to halt his training regimen. | During a sprint training session, Joaquim Cruz felt a sudden pull in his left hamstring. | 2 months | Included rest, physical therapy, and gradual reintroduction of running exercises. | Affected his preparation for the 1988 Summer Olympics. | Concern and stress over the potential impact on his Olympic performance. | None on the left hamstring | Returned to competition after 2 months, just in time for the Olympics. | Severe | Rest, physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory medication. | Dr. Paulo Santos | Increased susceptibility to hamstring injuries. | Regular hamstring strengthening and flexibility exercises. | Several local and regional meets leading up to the Olympics. | Sudden pull and severe pain in the left hamstring. | High | Family, coaching staff, and sports psychologist. | Olympic Training Center, Brazil. |
Joaquim Cruz's Sports Injuries Videos
Joaquim Cruz vs. Alberto Juantorena 800m (Zurich 1984 meeting).
Joaquim Carvalho Cruz, a Brazilian athlete and middle-distance runner, became an Olympic champion. In the race, Cruz started quickly, trailing behind Aleip of Sudan initially. As the race progressed, Cruz moved up to second place, closely following Aleip. By the final lap, Cruz took the lead, pushing ahead of his competitors, including Sammy Koskei and Gary Cook. With a strong finish, Cruz maintained a five-meter lead, ultimately winning the race just outside the world record.
Joaquim Cruz 800m (7th result in history) 1:41.77 (26 Aug 1984, 1274 points). Wow.
Joaquim Cruz, a Brazilian middle-distance runner, is highlighted for his exceptional performance in the 800 meters, where he nearly broke Seb Coe's world record. Cruz, known for his front-running style, narrowly missed the record by just a fraction of a second, making it the second fastest run of all time. His performance suggests that he may break the record in the next season.
Joaquim Cruz wins the 800m with the second-fastest time in history at 1:41.77 in Cologne, 1984.
Cruz was born in Taguatinga, Distrito Federal. The son of a steelworker, he began running at the age of 13, and...
