Leylah Fernandez's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Tennis
Leylah Fernandez'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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| Fractures | Right Foot | 2022-06-06 | Forced to withdraw from the tournament | Leylah Fernandez suffered a stress fracture in her right foot during her quarterfinal match at the French Open. This injury required her to pull out of the competition, impacting her progress in the tournament. | During a match at the French Open | 6-8 weeks | Immobilization of the foot, physical therapy, and gradual return to training | Missed several weeks of play | Frustration and disappointment due to missing important matches | No significant previous injuries reported | 2022-08-01 | Moderate | Rest, immobilization, and physical therapy | Team doctors and physiotherapists | No long-term impact expected | Strengthening exercises and proper footwear | Wimbledon 2022 | Pain and swelling in the right foot | Low, with proper rehabilitation | Family, coaching staff, and medical team | Home and training facilities |
| Sprains | Left Ankle | 2021-08-24 | Missed a few practice sessions | Leylah Fernandez sprained her left ankle while practicing for the US Open. The injury caused her to miss several practice sessions but did not affect her participation in the tournament. | During a practice session | 1-2 weeks | Rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), and ankle strengthening exercises | Minimal impact | Mild concern over readiness for upcoming matches | No significant previous injuries reported | 2021-09-01 | Mild | RICE and physical therapy | Team physiotherapist | No long-term impact expected | Ankle braces and strengthening exercises | None | Pain and swelling in the left ankle | Moderate, if not properly rehabilitated | Coaching staff and medical team | Training facilities |
| Strains | Right Shoulder | 2020-10-13 | Reduced performance and early exit from the tournament | Leylah Fernandez experienced a right shoulder strain while competing in a minor tournament. The strain affected her serve and overall performance, leading to an early exit from the competition. | During a match at a minor tournament | 2-3 weeks | Rest, physical therapy, and gradual return to serving practice | Short-term reduction in performance | Concern over shoulder stability and future performance | No significant previous injuries reported | 2020-11-01 | Moderate | Rest and physical therapy | Team physiotherapist and orthopedic specialist | Potential for recurring issues if not managed properly | Shoulder strengthening and conditioning exercises | None | Pain and reduced range of motion in the right shoulder | Moderate | Coaching staff and medical team | Training facilities |
Leylah Fernandez's Sports Injuries Videos
Leylah Fernandez Injury Update | Leylah Fernandez hopes to play in Citi Open, Washington, D.C.
Leylah Fernandez suffers right foot injury.
Leylah Fernandez update: Grade 3 stress fracture injury, Wimbledon 2022
Leylah Fernandez was playing for a spot in the semi-finals when she lost to Martina Trevisan in three sets. The significant story of the match was Fernandez's injury early in the first set. She has been diagnosed with a grade three stress fracture on the top of her right foot and will miss Wimbledon, aiming to return for the Washington tournament in early August. During her quarterfinal match, she took a medical timeout in the first set, and her coach, Jorge, advised her to retire. Jorge Fernandez explained that the injury became noticeable during a previous match but worsened during training before the quarterfinals. Despite showing signs of pain, Leylah insisted she was fine. During the match, her performance visibly declined, and Jorge expressed frustration and concern, both as a coach and a father. He emphasized the importance of timely diagnosis and treatment to avoid further risks to her career. Despite the injury, Leylah's determination impressed him, although it led to mixed emotions. The stress fracture is between her second and third toes, and while severe, it has not completely displaced the bone. Her body is showing signs of quick healing, which is a positive sign.
