Mao Asada's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Figure Skating

Mao Asada'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 Ankle	2014-08-31	She had to withdraw from several competitions to recover.	Mao Asada's left ankle fracture was a significant setback. She had been preparing intensively for the upcoming season, making this injury particularly untimely.	During a practice session, Mao Asada fell awkwardly while attempting a triple axel.	3 months	Physical therapy focused on strengthening and mobility exercises.	Missed key competitions, affecting her ranking and momentum.	The injury caused considerable stress and anxiety about her ability to return to peak performance.	None on record before this.	2015-01-15	High	Immobilization followed by physical therapy.	Orthopedic specialist and physical therapist.	Required ongoing management to prevent re-injury.	Increased focus on landing technique and ankle strengthening exercises.	2014 Grand Prix series.	Severe pain and inability to put weight on the left ankle.	Moderate	Strong support from her coaching team and family.	Local sports rehabilitation center.
Sprains	Right Wrist	2012-11-04	Had to modify her training to avoid putting stress on the wrist.	Mao Asada's right wrist sprain was a minor injury but required caution to prevent worsening.	Fell during a practice session while attempting a spin.	2 weeks	Wrist brace and limited use of the wrist during training.	Minimal, but had to adjust her training regimen temporarily.	Slight concern about falling again.	None related to the wrist before this.	2012-11-20	Low	Wrist brace and rest.	Orthopedic specialist.	None, fully recovered.	Improved technique to avoid falls.	None.	Pain and swelling in the right wrist.	Low	Support from coaching staff.	Local clinic and training facility.
Strains	Right Knee	2010-12-14	Limited her ability to train at full capacity leading up to the championships.	Mao Asada's right knee strain was a moderate injury that required careful management to avoid exacerbation.	Sustained during intensive training for the national championships.	1 month	RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) protocol followed by gradual reintroduction to training.	Limited training affected her performance slightly at the national level.	Frustration due to limited training and performance anxiety.	None related to the knee before this.	2011-01-20	Moderate	RICE protocol and physical therapy.	Sports medicine physician and physical therapist.	Minimal, as the injury was well-managed.	Enhanced warm-up routines and knee-strengthening exercises.	None, but performance was affected.	Pain and swelling in the right knee.	Low	Regular check-ins with her medical team.	Training facility with medical oversight.
Tendinitis	Both Knees	2016-02-09	Had to reduce training intensity and take breaks to manage pain.	Mao Asada's tendonitis in both knees was a chronic issue that required long-term management.	Developed gradually due to overuse and intensive training.	Ongoing management	Physical therapy, rest periods, and anti-inflammatory medication.	Ongoing issue that required careful management to avoid flare-ups.	Chronic pain led to concerns about longevity in the sport.	Right knee strain in 2010.	Continued competing with managed symptoms.	Moderate	Physical therapy and medication.	Sports medicine specialist and physical therapist.	Required ongoing management and sometimes affected performance.	Adjustments to training load and technique.	None, managed to compete with reduced training intensity.	Pain and stiffness in both knees, especially after intensive training.	Moderate	Strong support from medical team and coaching staff.	Training facility with medical oversight.

Mao Asada's Sports Injuries Videos

Rare fall on ice before figure skating jumps take off! Anna Shcherbakova 2021 vs. Mao Asada 2008

During the Grand Prix France 2021, Anna Shcherbakova had a rare fall on her first jump, the quad Lutz, which is her hardest element. Despite the fall, she recovered and executed a relatively easy-looking quadruple flip. She also performed a beautiful triple Axel, although she slipped off the edge. She pulled herself together and completed the rest of the program with elegance and beauty. Despite the initial fall, she delivered strong content later in the program, demonstrating her ability to rise under pressure.

Mao Asada's Sad Falls Compilation | 浅田真央

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Mao Asada skates to Sergei Rachmaninoff at Sochi 2014 | Music Monday

Japan's world champion and Olympic silver medalist Mao Asada performs to Sergei Rachmaninoff's "Piano Concerto No. 2" ...

Mao Asada's Sports Injuries