Joey Harrington's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: American Football
Joey Harrington'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 | 2004-11-13 | Experienced headaches, dizziness, and confusion. | The concussion was a result of a high-impact tackle that caused Harrington's head to hit the ground forcefully. | Harrington suffered a concussion after a hard tackle during a game. | 2 weeks | Rest and gradual return to physical activity following concussion protocol. | Short-term absence from games and practice. | Heightened awareness and fear of similar impacts. | None related to concussions. | Returned after 2 weeks, following all necessary medical clearances. | Mild | Rest, monitoring, and gradual reintroduction to physical activity. | Team's medical staff and neurologist. | No significant long-term effects reported. | Improved helmet technology and stricter tackling rules. | 1 game | Headache, dizziness, and confusion. | Moderate | Team's medical staff, family, and teammates. | Team's training facility and home. |
| Knee Injuries | Left Knee | 2005-10-22 | Swelling, pain, and difficulty in movement. | The injury was a result of an awkward tackle that caused his knee to twist unnaturally. | Harrington injured his left knee during a game after being tackled awkwardly. | 6 weeks | Rest, physical therapy, and gradual reintroduction to running and other activities. | Missed several games and affected his mobility on the field. | Increased anxiety about knee stability and potential re-injury. | None related to the knee. | Returned after 6 weeks but with a knee brace. | Severe | Rest, physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory medication. | Team's medical staff and orthopedic specialist. | Occasional pain and reduced flexibility. | Knee brace and specific strengthening exercises. | 6 games | Swelling, pain, and instability. | High | Team's medical staff, family, and coaching staff. | Team's training facility and specialized orthopedic clinic. |
| Shoulder Injuries | Right Shoulder | 2007-09-08 | Harrington experienced significant pain and limited range of motion. | The injury occurred during a regular-season game when Harrington was sacked by a defensive player. The impact caused a severe sprain in his right shoulder. | Joey Harrington suffered a shoulder injury after taking a heavy hit during a game. | 4 weeks | Physical therapy and rest were prescribed, including specific shoulder strengthening exercises. | Missed several games, affecting his performance for the remainder of the season. | Increased caution in gameplay, affecting his confidence in making certain throws. | None related to the shoulder. | Returned after 4 weeks but with a noticeable decline in performance. | Moderate | Physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medication, rest. | Team's medical staff and external orthopedic specialist. | Occasional soreness and reduced throwing power. | Strengthening exercises and proper protective gear. | 4 games | Severe pain, swelling, and limited movement. | Moderate | Team's medical staff, family, and coaching staff. | Team's training facility and specialized orthopedic clinic. |
Joey Harrington's Sports Injuries Videos
Joey Harrington broke his collarbone and punctured his lung in a bike crash.
Former University of Oregon Ducks star and retired NFL player Joey Harrington is recovering from a serious bike accident. Harrington was struck by an SUV while riding his bike in Southeast Portland, resulting in a broken collarbone, a punctured lung, staples in his head, and a broken rib. His father credits Harrington's helmet for potentially saving his life. Despite years of playing football without serious injury, this accident marks a significant health scare for the family. Harrington's parents expressed gratitude for the support they've received and thanked the good Samaritan who assisted Joey at the scene. The driver of the SUV was cited but not charged, as he was cooperative with the police.
Joey Harrington Career Highlights
Joey Harrington's career highlights and lowlights are showcased through various clips of his NFL games. The video features moments where Harrington's passes were intercepted, resulting in turnovers and touchdowns for the opposing teams. Key interceptions by players such as Marcus Anderson, Todd McBride, Willie McGinnis, Corey Chavis, Dexter Coakley, Mario Edwards, Nathan Vasher, Charles Woodson, Gerald Sensabaugh, Rashean Mathis, and Nate Clements are highlighted. The video emphasizes the pressure Harrington faced and his mistakes, leading to significant plays by the defense.
Joey Harrington injures kicker Nathan Villegas after a game-tying FG on September 22, 1999.
Oregon kicker Nathan Villegas successfully kicks a game-tying field goal from 26 yards, sending the game into overtime. During the celebration, there's concern as Nathan appears to twist his ankle, highlighting the unpredictability and physical demands of football, even for kickers.
