Michael Bisping's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Mma
Michael Bisping'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eye Injuries | Right Eye | 2013-04-26 | Partial loss of vision in the right eye | This injury led to multiple surgeries and significantly affected Bisping's depth perception. Despite this, he continued to fight at the highest levels of MMA. | Michael Bisping suffered a detached retina during a fight against Alan Belcher at UFC 159. | Several months | Underwent multiple surgeries and extensive rehabilitation to manage the injury. | Despite the severe injury, Bisping went on to win the UFC Middleweight Championship in 2016. | The injury was mentally challenging, but Bisping showed remarkable resilience and determination. | None related to the eye | Yes, returned to competition and won the UFC Middleweight Championship. | High | Surgical procedures to reattach the retina, followed by rehabilitation. | Specialist ophthalmologists and sports physicians | Permanent partial vision loss in the right eye | Use of protective gear during training | Missed several months of competition | Blurred vision, floaters, and shadows in the visual field | High, given the nature of the injury | Family, coaches, and medical team | Various medical facilities specializing in eye injuries |
| Knee Injuries | Left Knee | 2016-06-03 | Pain and instability in the knee | Despite the injury, Bisping went on to win the fight and claim the UFC Middleweight Championship. The injury required medical attention post-fight. | Suffered a knee injury during training leading up to his fight against Luke Rockhold at UFC 199. | Several weeks post-fight | Rest, physical therapy, and gradual return to training | Short-term impact, but did not prevent him from winning the championship | Increased determination to overcome the injury and succeed | None related to the knee | Yes, returned to competition and continued to defend his title | Moderate | Rest, physical therapy, and possibly minor surgical intervention | Sports physicians and physical therapists | Potential for recurring issues, managed through ongoing therapy | Strengthening exercises and proper warm-up routines | Minimal, as the injury occurred close to the fight date | Pain and swelling in the knee | Moderate, depending on the recovery process | Family, coaches, and medical team | Local sports medicine facilities |
| Rib Injuries | Ribs | 2009-10-16 | Pain and difficulty in breathing and movement | The rib injury occurred during a grappling exchange. It hindered Bisping's ability to train and compete for a period. | Sustained a rib injury during a fight against Denis Kang at UFC 105. | Approximately 6-8 weeks | Rest, physical therapy, and gradual return to training | Temporary setback, but did not significantly alter his career trajectory. | Frustration due to inability to train and compete | None related to the ribs | Yes, returned to competition after recovery | Moderate | Rest, pain management, and physical therapy | Sports physicians and physical therapists | No long-term impact reported | Strengthening exercises and proper technique | Missed a few months of competition | Sharp pain in the rib area, especially during movement | Moderate, depending on the recovery process | Family, coaches, and medical team | Local sports medicine facilities |
Michael Bisping's Sports Injuries Videos
Worst UFC Injuries Ever! Doctor Explains Shocking Michael Bisping Eye Injury Story
The UFC is no stranger to unusual injuries, but what happened with Michael Bisping's eye, including when he removed his prosthetic eye on camera, is truly one of the most unusual moments in the sport's history. In 2013, Bisping suffered a retinal detachment during a fight against Vitor Belfort due to a kick to the head. This type of injury occurs when energy from a blow to the head is transferred to the eye, causing the retina to detach from the back of the eye, leading to vision loss.
Despite this severe injury, Bisping continued to fight with essentially one eye. Retinal detachments can be classified into direct and indirect types, with Bisping's case being indirect. The retina is crucial for vision as it converts light into electrical signals that the brain can interpret. When detached, the retina loses its blood supply, leading to cell death and vision loss.
Surprisingly, Bisping managed to pass medical clearances and continue his career, even though his vision was significantly impaired. Different states have varying guidelines for medical clearance, which allowed Bisping to keep fighting. He has been open about wearing a prosthetic eye, although he likely did not wear it during fights as it would have been detectable during medical exams.
Fighting with one eye is particularly challenging due to the loss of depth perception, which is crucial for understanding distances and the spatial orientation of objects. The main concern with allowing fighters with impaired vision to compete is the risk of injury to the remaining good eye, which could result in total blindness. Bisping's ability to adapt his fighting style and compete at a high level with such a significant impairment is incredibly impressive.
Coming Back After an Eye Injury - Bisping: The Michael Bisping Story Clip
ComingSoon is excited to debut a clip from the upcoming mixed martial arts documentary "Bisping: The Michael Bisping Story." The clip highlights how Michael Bisping, despite losing depth perception and having only one functional eye, managed to bluff doctors, the UFC, and fight commissions to continue his fighting career. It discusses the challenges he faced, such as the constant worry of being pulled from fights and his ability to adapt by relying on his brain to compensate for his vision loss. The clip emphasizes the incredible difficulty of competing in MMA with one eye and Bisping's determination to keep fighting regardless.
