Laurie Hernandez's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Gymnastics
Laurie Hernandez'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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| Knee Injuries | right knee | 2016-05-31 | The injury caused significant pain and swelling, leading to difficulty in walking and performing gymnastics routines. | This injury occurred just a few months before the 2016 Rio Olympics, causing a major scare for Laurie Hernandez and her team. | During a gymnastics training session, Laurie Hernandez landed awkwardly while performing a dismount. | 6-8 weeks | Laurie underwent physical therapy focusing on strengthening the knee and improving flexibility. She also received treatment such as ice therapy and anti-inflammatory medications. | Despite the injury, Laurie Hernandez managed to recover in time to compete in the 2016 Rio Olympics, where she won a gold medal in the team event and a silver medal on the balance beam. | The injury was a significant mental hurdle, but Laurie showed resilience and determination to recover and compete at the highest level. | None | Yes | Moderate | Physical therapy, ice therapy, anti-inflammatory medications | Team physiotherapist and orthopedic specialist | None reported | Strengthening exercises and proper landing techniques | None | Pain, swelling, difficulty walking | Moderate | Family, coach, medical team | Training facility and specialized rehab center |
| Sprains | left ankle | 2018-03-14 | The sprain led to immediate pain and swelling, limiting her ability to perform gymnastics routines. | This injury occurred during her preparation for national championships, causing a temporary setback in her training schedule. | Laurie Hernandez sprained her left ankle during a floor exercise routine in training. | 4-6 weeks | Laurie followed a rehabilitation program that included rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE), along with physical therapy to restore strength and flexibility. | The injury delayed her training but did not have a long-term impact on her career. | The injury was frustrating, but Laurie remained positive and focused on her recovery. | Knee injury in 2016 | Yes | Mild to Moderate | RICE method, physical therapy | Team physiotherapist | None reported | Ankle strengthening exercises and proper warm-up routines | National Championships | Pain, swelling, limited mobility | Moderate | Family, coach, physiotherapist | Training facility and home |
| Wrist Injuries | right wrist | 2019-05-09 | The injury caused pain and reduced mobility, making it difficult to perform on the uneven bars and other apparatus. | This injury occurred during her comeback to competitive gymnastics after a brief hiatus, posing a challenge to her return plans. | Laurie Hernandez injured her right wrist while practicing on the uneven bars. | 6-8 weeks | Laurie underwent a rehabilitation program that included rest, splinting, and physical therapy to regain strength and flexibility in her wrist. | The injury temporarily delayed her comeback but did not prevent her from returning to competition. | The injury was a mental challenge, but Laurie was determined and motivated to recover and return to gymnastics. | Knee injury in 2016, ankle sprain in 2018 | Yes | Moderate | Rest, splinting, physical therapy | Team physiotherapist and orthopedic specialist | None reported | Wrist strengthening exercises and proper technique | None | Pain, reduced mobility | Moderate | Family, coach, medical team | Training facility and specialized rehab center |
Laurie Hernandez's Sports Injuries Videos
Why Laurie Hernandez Quit Gymnastics in 2016
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