Lewis Hamilton's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Racing

Lewis Hamilton'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
Back Injuries lower back 2007-07-19 Pain and discomfort during driving Lewis Hamilton experienced severe lower back pain during practice sessions, which affected his performance and required medical attention. During practice for the European Grand Prix at the Nürburgring 1 week Physical therapy and rest Minor, missed some practice time but competed in the race Some stress and concern over injury recurrence None Returned to competition the following race Moderate Pain management and physiotherapy Team physiotherapist and medical team None Strengthening exercises for the back None Sharp pain in the lower back Low Team support and medical staff Team facilities
Neck Injuries neck 2014-07-05 Neck pain and stiffness Hamilton suffered a neck injury after a high-speed crash during the British Grand Prix. The impact caused significant discomfort, requiring medical evaluation. Crash during the British Grand Prix at Silverstone 2 weeks Physical therapy and rest Limited practice time but continued to race Concern over physical condition and performance Lower back injury in 2007 Continued racing with some discomfort Moderate Physical therapy and pain relief Team physiotherapist and medical team None Neck strengthening exercises and proper safety measures None Pain and stiffness in the neck Moderate Team support and medical staff Team facilities
Wrist Injuries left wrist 2016-06-18 Swelling and pain in the left wrist Hamilton suffered a wrist injury after a crash during the European Grand Prix. The impact led to significant swelling and pain, requiring immediate medical attention. Crash during the European Grand Prix at Baku 3 weeks Immobilization, rest, and physical therapy Missed some practice sessions but continued to race Increased stress and concern over performance Lower back injury in 2007 and neck injury in 2014 Continued racing with some pain Moderate Immobilization and physical therapy Team physiotherapist and medical team None Proper wrist support and exercises None Swelling and pain in the left wrist Moderate Team support and medical staff Team facilities

Lewis Hamilton's Sports Injuries Videos

Lewis Hamilton Struggling With His Back and Post-Race Radio | Azerbaijan GP - 2022 F1

Lewis, we all know that this is a bit of a box to drive at the moment. Sorry for the back also. We will sort ourselves out. Well driven. Hold on, guys. Great job on the strategy.
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Lewis Hamilton Almost Fainting on Podium in Return! #F1

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Video thumb: Lewis Hamilton Almost Fainting on Podium in Return! #F1

Lewis Hamilton hits a mechanic during a pit stop...

In this clip from the 2021 Russian Grand Prix practice, Lewis Hamilton goes too deep into his pit box. After addressing the issue, he acknowledges leaving the "magic" setting on again.
Video thumb: Lewis Hamilton hits a mechanic during a pit stop...