Justin Gaethje's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Mma
Justin Gaethje'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fractures | Face | 2017-07-06 | Swelling and significant pain, required medical attention. | Gaethje sustained multiple facial fractures in a grueling fight against Michael Johnson, which he eventually won by TKO. | During a fight against Michael Johnson at The Ultimate Fighter 25 Finale. | 6-8 weeks | Rest and avoidance of physical contact, followed by gradual return to training. | No long-term impact; returned to fight within a few months. | Increased confidence due to victory in a tough fight. | None | 2017-12-02 | Moderate | Medical evaluation, pain management, and rest. | UFC medical team and personal physician. | None | Improved defensive techniques. | None | Severe pain and swelling in the face. | Low | Family, team, and medical staff. | Home and training facility. |
| Fractures | Face | 2020-05-08 | Multiple facial fractures, required medical attention. | Gaethje sustained multiple facial fractures during a dominant performance against Tony Ferguson, which he won by TKO. | During a fight against Tony Ferguson at UFC 249. | 6-8 weeks | Rest and avoidance of physical contact, followed by gradual return to training. | No long-term impact; returned to fight within a few months. | Increased confidence due to victory in a high-stakes fight. | Facial fractures in 2017, hand injury in 2018. | 2020-10-24 | Moderate | Medical evaluation, pain management, and rest. | UFC medical team and personal physician. | None | Improved defensive techniques. | None | Severe pain and swelling in the face. | Low | Family, team, and medical staff. | Home and training facility. |
| Hand Injuries | Right Hand | 2018-04-13 | Broken right hand, required surgery. | Gaethje broke his right hand in the fourth round of a fight against Dustin Poirier, which he lost by TKO. | During a fight against Dustin Poirier at UFC on Fox 29. | 8-12 weeks | Surgery followed by physical therapy and gradual return to punching exercises. | Short-term setback, but no long-term impact. | Motivation to improve and come back stronger. | Facial fractures in 2017. | 2018-08-25 | Severe | Surgery and physical therapy. | Orthopedic surgeon and physical therapist. | None | Improved punching technique and hand protection. | None | Severe pain and inability to use the hand. | Moderate | Family, team, and medical staff. | Home and specialized rehabilitation center. |
Justin Gaethje's Sports Injuries Videos
Justin Gaethje on Brain Trauma in MMA
In the video, the speaker discusses concerns about the long-term effects of repetitive punches to the head. They mention having been TKO'd twice and receiving hard punches in fights but emphasize that most damage occurs during practice. They undergo concussion tests before and after each fight, maintaining baseline numbers monitored by medical professionals. Despite experiencing tough fights, they believe they haven't suffered traumatic brain injuries. They also mention that getting choked out, as in the Khabib fight, doesn't cause TBIs unless air is cut off for an extended period. The speaker expresses a nonchalant attitude towards the risks, comparing it to the dangers of driving and stating they don't want to live forever.
Justin Gaethje explains how Charles Oliveira's injury changed everything.
Justin Gaethje discusses his desire to win the Undisputed UFC belt, which he hasn't achieved yet despite holding the interim title. He mentions that a cut on Charles Oliveira's eyebrow disrupted his opportunity to fight for the belt in February. Although he was informally told he would fight the winner of that bout, Oliveira's injury derailed those plans. Gaethje emphasizes focusing on one fight at a time and the importance of his last performance, which was a knockout that left a positive impression on fans.
