Kellyn Acosta's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Soccer
Kellyn Acosta'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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| Ankle Injuries | Right Ankle | 2018-03-23 | Missed several matches and required intensive physical therapy. | Acosta suffered a significant right ankle injury in a match on March 24, 2018. The injury occurred as he tried to pivot quickly, resulting in a severe twist. | Twisted his ankle during a match while attempting to change direction quickly. | 6 weeks | Underwent physical therapy including strength training, balance exercises, and gradual return to running. | Missed key matches and training sessions, impacting his form and fitness. | Experienced frustration and anxiety about returning to full performance. | No previous serious ankle injuries reported. | Returned to competition in early May 2018. | Moderate | Rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), followed by physical therapy. | Team physiotherapist and an orthopedic specialist. | Increased risk of re-injury and potential for chronic instability. | Incorporated ankle strengthening exercises and wore an ankle brace during initial matches post-recovery. | Missed 4 league matches and 1 international friendly. | Severe pain, swelling, and inability to bear weight on the right ankle. | Moderate, due to the nature of the injury. | Support from team medical staff and family. | Club's training facility. |
| Knee Injuries | Left Knee | 2021-07-09 | Missed the remainder of the season and required surgery. | On July 10, 2021, Acosta sustained a left knee injury after a hard tackle. The injury was severe enough to necessitate surgical intervention. | Injured his knee during a tackle in a competitive match. | 4 months | Underwent surgery followed by an extensive rehabilitation program including strengthening, flexibility, and functional exercises. | Significant time away from the sport, affecting match fitness and performance levels. | Experienced stress and concern about long-term career implications. | No prior knee injuries reported. | Returned to competition in November 2021. | Severe | Surgery to repair knee ligaments followed by extensive physiotherapy. | Orthopedic surgeon, team physiotherapist, and a sports rehabilitation specialist. | Potential for chronic knee issues and increased vulnerability to future knee injuries. | Enhanced focus on knee strengthening exercises and wearing a knee brace during high-intensity activities. | Missed the remainder of the season and initial matches of the next season. | Severe pain, swelling, and instability in the left knee. | High, due to the severity of the initial injury. | Extensive support from medical team, coaches, and family. | Specialized sports rehabilitation center. |
Kellyn Acosta's Sports Injuries Videos
Kellyn Acosta once again takes a shot from outside the box.
Acosta takes a shot from outside, but Blake grabs it. #ThisIsOurs #GoldCup21
Craziest Goal Ever?! 😱 Kellyn Acosta Scores Windy City Game-Winning Goal from Midfield!
Kellyn Acosta scores one of the craziest goals you'll see, utilizing a heavy wind from midfield for a game-winner in Chicago. The Chicago Fire fans are ecstatic as the wind aids in this unbelievable goal, flipping the script in favor of their team.
GOAL: Kellyn Acosta slides a shot under Ousted's arm for a 1-0 lead!
FC Dallas takes the lead against Vancouver with a goal by Kellen Acosta in the 56th minute, marking a significant moment in Acosta's career as he turns 21. The play involved a key assist from Barrios, and Acosta's goal brings his season total to two goals and five assists.
