Lindsey Vonn's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Skiing
Lindsey Vonn'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fractures | Left Knee | 2016-02-26 | Hairline fracture in the left knee | Lindsey Vonn suffered a hairline fracture in her left knee following a crash during a World Cup Super-G race. | Crash during a World Cup Super-G race in Soldeu, Andorra | 6 weeks | Rest and physical therapy | Missed several World Cup races | Minor frustration | Multiple knee injuries | 2016-04-01 | Moderate | Rest and physical therapy | Dr. William Sterett | No long-term impact | Improved training techniques | Several World Cup races | Pain and swelling | Low | Family, friends, and team | Colorado |
| Fractures | Left Tibial Plateau | 2016-11-09 | Fracture in the left tibial plateau | Lindsey Vonn crashed during a training run in Colorado, resulting in a fracture in her left tibial plateau. | Training crash in Colorado | 3 months | Surgery and physical therapy | Missed the start of the World Cup season | Frustration and determination to recover | Multiple knee injuries | 2017-01-27 | Severe | Surgery and physical therapy | Dr. William Sterett | No long-term impact reported | Revised training routines | World Cup season | Pain and inability to bear weight | Low | Family, friends, and team | Colorado |
| Fractures | Right Ankle | 2015-08-12 | Fracture in the right ankle | Lindsey Vonn fractured her right ankle during a training crash in New Zealand. | Training crash in New Zealand | 2 months | Rest and physical therapy | Missed the start of the World Cup season | Frustration and determination to recover | Multiple leg injuries | 2015-10-24 | Moderate | Rest and physical therapy | Dr. William Sterett | No long-term impact | Improved training techniques | Start of the World Cup season | Pain and swelling | Low | Family, friends, and team | Colorado |
| Fractures | Right Arm | 2016-11-09 | Right arm fracture | Lindsey Vonn crashed during a training run at Copper Mountain, Colorado. She suffered a severe fracture in her right arm. | Crash during training in Colorado | 3 months | Underwent surgery and physical therapy | Missed the start of the World Cup season | Experienced frustration and anxiety | Multiple knee injuries | 2017-01-27 | Severe | Surgery and physical therapy | Dr. William Sterett | No long-term impact reported | Revised training routines | World Cup season | Severe pain and immobility | Low | Family, friends, and team | Colorado |
| Fractures | Right Fibula | 2017-11-18 | Fracture in the right fibula | Lindsey Vonn suffered a fracture in her right fibula during a training crash at Copper Mountain. | Training crash in Copper Mountain, Colorado | 6 weeks | Rest and physical therapy | Missed initial races of the World Cup season | Frustration and determination to recover | Multiple leg injuries | 2018-01-06 | Moderate | Rest and physical therapy | Dr. William Sterett | No long-term impact | Improved training techniques | Initial races of the World Cup season | Pain and swelling | Low | Family, friends, and team | Colorado |
| Fractures | Right Humerus | 2016-11-09 | Fracture in the right humerus | Lindsey Vonn fractured her right humerus during a training crash at Copper Mountain. | Training crash in Copper Mountain, Colorado | 3 months | Surgery and physical therapy | Missed the start of the World Cup season | Frustration and determination to recover | Multiple arm injuries | 2017-01-27 | Severe | Surgery and physical therapy | Dr. William Sterett | No long-term impact reported | Revised training routines | World Cup season | Pain and inability to move the arm | Low | Family, friends, and team | Colorado |
| Fractures | Right Tibial Plateau | 2007-02-21 | Fracture in the right tibial plateau | Lindsey Vonn crashed during a training run at the World Championships, resulting in a fracture in her right tibial plateau. | Crash during a training run at the World Championships in Åre, Sweden | 6 weeks | Rest and physical therapy | Missed the remainder of the World Championships | Frustration and determination to recover | Multiple leg injuries | 2007-04-01 | Moderate | Rest and physical therapy | Dr. William Sterett | No long-term impact | Improved training techniques | World Championships | Pain and inability to bear weight | Low | Family, friends, and team | Colorado |
| Ligament Injuries | Right Knee | 2013-02-04 | Torn ACL and MCL | Lindsey Vonn crashed during the Super-G at the World Championships, resulting in a torn ACL and MCL in her right knee. | Crash during Super-G at the World Championships in Schladming, Austria | 10 months | Underwent surgery and extensive rehabilitation | Missed the remainder of the season and the 2014 Winter Olympics | Dealt with significant mental and emotional stress | Previous knee injuries | 2014-12-06 | Severe | Surgery and comprehensive rehabilitation | Dr. William Sterett | Increased caution in competition | Enhanced knee support and conditioning | 2014 Winter Olympics | Severe pain and knee instability | Moderate | Family, friends, and team | Colorado |
| Sprains | Right Knee | 2014-11-18 | Sprained right knee | Lindsey Vonn sprained her right knee during a training crash in Vail, Colorado. | Training crash in Vail, Colorado | 2 weeks | Rest and physical therapy | Missed initial races of the season | Minor anxiety | Previous knee injuries | 2014-12-05 | Mild | Rest and physical therapy | Dr. William Sterett | No long-term impact | Strengthening exercises | Initial races of the season | Pain and swelling | Low | Family, friends, and team | Colorado |
Lindsey Vonn's Sports Injuries Videos
Lindsey Vonn's series of injuries
In an interview with 60 Minutes Sports, Lindsey Vonn discusses her extensive list of injuries sustained throughout her career as an Olympic skier. She mentions multiple injuries to her right knee, including ACL, MCL, and meniscus tears, as well as broken bones in her wrist, thumb, and pinky. Vonn talks about having metal and titanium implants, and how her family urged her to retire after repeated knee injuries. Despite their concerns, she remains determined to continue skiing, hoping that future medical advancements will eventually repair her injuries.
Lindsey Vonn: I'm in constant pain
Lindsey Vonn discusses the extreme physical toll that ski racing has taken on her body, listing numerous injuries including ACL, MCL, and tibial plateau fractures, meniscus repairs, a humorous fracture, spinal fracture, concussions, a broken wrist, and more. She recounts specific incidents, such as a severe 2016 training crash where she fractured her humorous bone and suffered nerve damage. Vonn explains that she now lives with constant pain and must work out to manage it. Despite loving the sport, she retired to preserve her long-term health, aiming for a future where she can enjoy simple activities without severe pain.
Lindsey Vonn's Most Painful Ski Injuries & Struggles with Self-Esteem | Body Scan | Women's Health
Olympian Lindsey Vonn discusses her body history, focusing on the pressure of public commentary and her personal journey with body image. She highlights her physical strength, particularly in skiing, and the challenges she faced in maintaining her self-image amidst public scrutiny. Vonn shares her experiences with injuries, including a severe arm fracture and multiple knee surgeries, and how she's adapted her fitness routine to manage these issues. She also talks about her tattoos and their personal significance, her hair, and her skincare struggles. Vonn emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and the balance between femininity and strength, advocating for a more inclusive view of beauty and athleticism.
