Kirani James's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Track And Field
Kirani James'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ankle Injuries | Left Ankle | 2019-05-14 | Had to take a break from training and missed early season competitions. | Kirani James twisted his left ankle during a practice run, which led to a significant sprain. This injury required him to pause his training and miss some early-season competitions in 2019. | Twisted ankle during a practice run on uneven track surface. | 6 weeks | Immobilization followed by physical therapy to restore range of motion and strength. | Slight delay in his competition schedule but managed to recover fully. | Some concerns about stability and future performance. | None reported in the same area. | 2019-07-01 | Mild | Rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE method), and physical therapy. | Team physiotherapist and orthopedist. | Full recovery with no long-term effects. | Improved track inspection and use of supportive ankle braces. | Early season local meets in 2019. | Swelling and pain in the left ankle. | Low | Family, coaching staff, and teammates. | Local sports clinic in Grenada |
| Quadriceps Injuries | Right Thigh | 2018-06-30 | Had to withdraw from the rest of the season. | Kirani James suffered a quadriceps injury to his right thigh during a high-intensity sprint training session. This injury significantly impacted his ability to compete in the 2018 season. | Sustained during a training session while sprinting. | 3 months | Underwent physical therapy focusing on strength and flexibility exercises. | Missed key competitions and had a setback in his training schedule. | Experienced frustration and anxiety about his return to form. | None reported in the same area. | 2018-10-01 | Moderate | Rest, physical therapy, and gradual return to training. | Team physiotherapist and sports doctor. | No significant long-term impact reported. | Increased focus on warm-up routines and strength training. | 2018 Diamond League events. | Sharp pain in the right thigh. | Moderate | Family, coaching staff, and teammates. | Grenada National Stadium |
Kirani James's Sports Injuries Videos
Kirani James snatches victory in the men's 400m final.
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