Mauricio Rua's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Mma
Mauricio Rua'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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| Forearm Injuries | Left Arm | 2008-01-18 | Required surgery and immobilization. | Rua broke his left arm during a bout with Mark Coleman, leading to an early end to the fight. | During a fight with Mark Coleman. | 4-6 months | Surgery to insert a metal plate, followed by immobilization and physical therapy. | Extended time away from competition, affecting career momentum. | Dealt with disappointment and concerns about recovery. | Right Knee ACL tear. | 2008-09-22 | Severe | Surgical intervention and physical therapy. | Dr. Greg Jackson | Minor limitations in arm strength and mobility. | Avoiding high-risk moves until fully healed. | Postponed fight against Chuck Liddell. | Severe pain and inability to move the arm. | Low after full recovery. | Family, medical team, and coaches. | Curitiba, Brazil. |
| Fractures | Right Foot | 2014-03-22 | Required immobilization and rest. | Fractured his right toe during a fight with Dan Henderson, which impacted his performance. | During a fight with Dan Henderson. | 6-8 weeks | Immobilization and gradual return to weight-bearing activities. | Short-term impact, minor delay in training. | Mild frustration due to temporary setback. | Right Knee ACL tear, Left Arm fracture, Left Knee meniscus tear. | 2014-07-26 | Mild | Immobilization and rest. | Dr. Michael Brown | No significant long-term effects. | Proper foot protection and careful movement. | No major competitions missed. | Sharp pain and difficulty walking. | Low. | Family, coaches, and teammates. | Curitiba, Brazil. |
| Knee Injuries | Left Knee | 2012-08-03 | Surgery required for meniscus repair. | Suffered a torn meniscus in his left knee during a grappling session, causing a delay in his training schedule. | In training, grappling session. | 3-4 months | Arthroscopic surgery followed by physical therapy. | Missed an important fight, affecting rankings. | Struggled with motivation during recovery. | Right Knee ACL tear, Left Arm fracture. | 2012-12-08 | Moderate | Arthroscopic surgery and physical therapy. | Dr. John Smith | Occasional discomfort and stiffness. | Regular knee strengthening exercises and careful monitoring. | Fight against Brandon Vera. | Pain, swelling, and difficulty bending the knee. | Moderate. | Family, physical therapists, and training partners. | Curitiba, Brazil. |
| Knee Injuries | Right Knee | 2007-09-21 | Required surgery. | Mauricio 'Shogun' Rua tore his ACL during a training session, which led to his withdrawal from a scheduled fight. | In training, preparing for a fight. | 6-9 months | Underwent surgery followed by extensive physiotherapy to regain strength and mobility in the knee. | Missed several key fights and had to rebuild his ranking. | Experienced frustration and anxiety about the future of his career. | None significant prior to this. | 2008-01-19 | Severe | Surgical reconstruction of the ACL. | Dr. Steven Sanders | Increased risk of re-injury, occasional knee pain. | Strengthening exercises, wearing a knee brace during training. | UFC 76 fight against Chuck Liddell. | Sharp pain and instability in the knee. | Moderate to high. | Family, teammates, and coaching staff. | Las Vegas, Nevada. |
Mauricio Rua's Sports Injuries Videos
PRIDE 33: Maurício Shogun Rua vs. Alistair Overeem | February 24, 2007
The video covers a fight between Alistair Overeem and Shogun Rua at PRIDE 33: Second Coming. The commentary discusses the rules, emphasizing clean and fair fighting, especially regarding knees and kicks to a grounded opponent. The fight begins with both fighters showcasing their unique styles—Shogun with dynamic overhand punches and kicks, and Overeem with his clinch game and knees. Overeem initially avoids ground engagement, preferring to keep the fight standing. The fighters exchange strikes and clinch positions, with Shogun eventually taking Overeem down. Shogun capitalizes on this position, delivering a devastating overhand right that knocks Overeem out, followed by precise strikes to finish the match. The commentary highlights Shogun's tactical execution and the final powerful combination that secured his victory.
Mauricio Rua vs. Mark Coleman (Referee's View)
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