Kerry Collins's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: American Football
Kerry Collins'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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| Concussions | Head | 2010-12-11 | He was immediately taken out of the game and placed in the concussion protocol. | Collins showed symptoms of a concussion, including dizziness and confusion, and was closely monitored by medical staff. | Collins suffered a concussion during a game against the Houston Texans after a hard hit to the head. | 2 weeks | Underwent cognitive rest and a gradual return-to-play protocol. | Raised concerns about the long-term effects of multiple head injuries. | Worried about the potential for long-term cognitive issues. | No previous concussions reported. | 2010-12-26 | Moderate | Cognitive rest, monitoring, and gradual return to physical activity. | Neurologists and team doctors | Potential for long-term cognitive effects, though none immediately reported. | Improved helmet technology and stricter adherence to concussion protocols. | 1 game | Dizziness, confusion, and headache. | High, given the nature of concussions in contact s | Medical staff, teammates, and family. | Team training facility and home |
| Knee Injuries | Right Knee | 2005-09-17 | He was forced to leave the game and missed several subsequent matches. | Collins suffered a sprain in his right knee, which required immediate medical attention and a period of rest. | Collins injured his right knee during a game against the New York Giants when he was tackled awkwardly. | 4 weeks | Collins underwent physical therapy and was placed on a regimen of rest and strengthening exercises. | He returned to play later in the season but was not at full strength initially. | The injury caused some anxiety regarding his mobility and durability as a quarterback. | None reported on the same knee prior to this incident. | 2005-10-16 | Moderate | Rest, physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory medication. | Team doctors and physical therapists | No significant long-term issues reported. | Strengthening exercises for the knee and use of a knee brace. | 3 games | Pain and swelling in the right knee. | Moderate, due to the nature of the sport. | Coaches, medical staff, and family. | Team training facility |
| Shoulder Injuries | Left Shoulder | 2009-11-07 | He had to leave the game early and missed subsequent games. | An MRI revealed a sprain in his left shoulder, which required rest and rehabilitation. | Collins injured his left shoulder after being hit by a defensive player during a game against the San Francisco 49ers. | 3 weeks | Collins underwent a rehabilitation program focusing on shoulder stability and strength. | The injury affected his throwing accuracy temporarily. | He experienced concern about his ability to throw effectively after recovery. | No major previous shoulder injuries reported. | 2009-11-29 | Moderate | Rest, physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory medication. | Team physicians and physical therapists | No long-term complications reported. | Strengthening and conditioning exercises for the shoulder. | 2 games | Pain and limited range of motion in the left shoulder. | Moderate | Family, teammates, and medical staff. | Team training facility |
Kerry Collins's Sports Injuries Videos
Bill Romanowski (Broncos) Breaks the Jaw of Kerry Collins (Panthers) (8-11-1997)
Bob Ley reports that Kerry Collins' broken jaw may cost him the first month of Carolina's regular season and could lead to a fine for Bill Romanowski. The NFL is reviewing the helmet-to-helmet hit from Saturday night. Collins, who was in his third training camp and a Pro Bowl player last year, underwent four hours of surgery after the hit during Carolina's second preseason loss. Romanowski expressed regret, stating the hit was not intentional but acknowledged the physical nature of the game.
Kerry On, My Wayward Collins - Kerry Collins' Career Highlights
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