Lavinia Agache's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Gymnastics

Lavinia Agache'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	1989-03-14	Severe pain and inability to bear weight on the ankle.	Lavinia Agache suffered a left ankle injury during a beam routine at an international meet in 1989. The injury was severe enough to require withdrawal from the competition and extensive rehabilitation.	Injury occurred during a beam routine at an international meet.	4 months	Rest, immobilization, and gradual physical therapy focusing on strength and flexibility.	Significant time away from training and competition, impacting her performance and rankings.	Fear of re-injury and decreased confidence in performing high-difficulty elements.	Lower back injury in 1987 and right knee injury in 1988.	1989-07-20	High	Immobilization, physical therapy, and gradual return to activity	Orthopedic surgeon and rehabilitation specialist	Chronic ankle instability and need for ongoing management.	Ankle taping and strength training exercises.	1989 World Championships	Immediate severe pain and swelling in the ankle.	High	Support from coaches, medical team, and family.	National training center
Back Injuries	Lower back	1987-10-11	Severe pain and limited mobility.	Lavinia Agache suffered a back injury during her floor exercise routine at the World Championships in 1987. The injury forced her to withdraw from further competition in the event.	Injury occurred during a floor exercise routine at the World Championships.	3 months	Physical therapy focusing on stretching and strengthening exercises.	Missed the remainder of the season, affecting her ranking and performance.	Frustration and concern about future performances.	None reported.	1988-01-15	High	Physical therapy and pain management	Team physiotherapist and orthopedic specialist	Periodic back pain and need for ongoing management.	Increased focus on core strengthening exercises.	1987 World Championships finals	Sharp pain in the lower back and inability to continue the routine.	Moderate	Support from the coaching staff and teammates.	National training center
Knee Injuries	Right knee	1988-05-19	Swelling and instability in the knee.	Lavinia Agache injured her right knee during a vault landing at a national competition in 1988. The injury required immediate medical attention and subsequent rehabilitation.	Injury occurred during a vault landing at a national competition.	2 months	Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) followed by physical therapy.	Missed several important competitions, affecting her preparation for the Olympics.	Increased anxiety about performing high-impact routines.	Lower back injury in 1987.	1988-07-25	Moderate	RICE protocol and physical therapy	Sports medicine specialist and physiotherapist	Occasional knee pain and need for knee support.	Use of knee braces during training and competition.	1988 European Championships	Sharp pain and swelling in the knee immediately after the landing.	High	Support from the medical team and family.	National training center

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Lavinia Agache's Sports Injuries