Johnny Weissmuller's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Swimming
Johnny Weissmuller'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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| Fractures | Right Arm | 1970-01-01 | The fracture required immediate medical attention and immobilization. | Johnny Weissmuller suffered a fracture to his right arm while preparing for the 1928 Summer Olympics. The injury occurred when he accidentally collided with the edge of the pool during a high-speed swim. | During a swimming practice session, Johnny Weissmuller collided with the edge of the pool. | 6 weeks | Underwent physical therapy to regain strength and mobility in the arm. | The injury temporarily halted his training but did not have a lasting impact on his swimming career. | Experienced frustration due to the interruption in training but remained determined. | None reported in the same area. | Returned to competitive swimming after full recovery. | Moderate | Immobilization with a cast, followed by physical therapy. | Team physician and physical therapist. | No long-term impact reported. | Enhanced focus on safety during training sessions. | Missed a few local competitions but returned in time for the Olympics. | Severe pain and inability to move the arm. | Low, given the nature of the sport and preventive | Supported by team members, coaches, and family. | Local sports rehabilitation center. |
| Shoulder Injuries | Left Shoulder | 1970-01-01 | The injury caused significant pain and restricted movement. | Johnny Weissmuller injured his left shoulder during a competitive swim meet in 1931. The high-intensity nature of the event led to an overextension of the shoulder muscles. | Sustained during a high-intensity swim meet. | 4 weeks | Underwent a regimen of rest, ice, compression, and physical therapy. | The injury resulted in a brief hiatus from competition but did not significantly impact his overall career trajectory. | Experienced anxiety about re-injury but remained focused on recovery. | No previous injuries reported in the same area. | Returned to competition after a full recovery. | Moderate | Rest, ice, compression, and physical therapy. | Team physician and physiotherapist. | No long-term impact reported. | Increased focus on proper warm-up and stretching exercises. | Missed several local and regional competitions. | Sharp pain and reduced range of motion in the shoulder. | Moderate, mitigated by preventive measures. | Received support from coaches, teammates, and medical staff. | Local sports rehabilitation center. |
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