Michal Brezina's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Figure Skating

Michal Brezina'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
Ankle Injuries Right Ankle 2016-11-14 Swelling and severe pain, which limited his ability to skate. The injury occurred while he was practicing a quad jump. The right ankle twisted upon landing, causing immediate discomfort. During a training session, Michal Brezina landed awkwardly after a jump. 6 weeks Physical therapy, rest, and gradual return to skating. Missed several training sessions and competitions, impacting his performance in the following season. Increased caution during jumps, leading to initial hesitance in performing complex routines. None 2017-01-10 Moderate Ice therapy, anti-inflammatory medication, and physiotherapy. Team physiotherapist and an orthopedic specialist. Occasional discomfort during intense training sessions. Ankle braces and focused strength training. 2016 Rostelecom Cup Sharp pain, immediate swelling, difficulty in putting weight on the foot. Moderate Support from the coaching team and family. Home and local physiotherapy clinic.
Back Injuries Lower Back 2019-03-04 Severe pain and stiffness, making it difficult to bend or twist. The injury happened while preparing for the World Championships. The lower back muscles were strained, causing significant discomfort. Occurred during a practice session while attempting a complex spin. 8 weeks Physical therapy, rest, and a gradual reintroduction to full training. Missed key preparation time for the World Championships. Increased stress about maintaining competitive form and fear of re-injury. Right ankle injury in 2016. 2019-05-01 Moderate to severe Heat therapy, anti-inflammatory medication, and physiotherapy. Team physiotherapist and a sports medicine specialist. Occasional back pain during intense training or after long periods of activity. Regular core strengthening exercises and proper warm-up routines. 2019 World Championships Sharp pain in the lower back, stiffness, and limited mobility. Moderate to high Support from the coaching team, physiotherapist, and family. Home and specialized sports rehabilitation center.

Michal Brezina's Sports Injuries Videos

🎸🔥 Rock 'n' Roll Meets Ice ❄️ Michal Brezina grooves to "Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing" at Beijing 2022

Czech figure skater Michal Březina retired with an impressive career, including a European bronze medal and a Skate America title.
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Mic'd Up: Michal Brezina | Osaka 2023 | #JGPFigure

Bangkok, Thailand - August 23 to 26 Linz, Austria - August 30 to September 2 Istanbul, Turkey - September 6 to 9 Osaka, Japan "Oh yeah, it did not hold back. He did not hold back, I like that. Oh yeah, the computer's frozen. Warm-up just finished, do you want me to stay over there and get you one like the third skater comes? You understand, no matter what you're doing, just stay on your feet. And you'll be much... you keep your body, you just use your legs to jump, use your arms to rotate, we'll be fine. You step into the jump, around the corner it's gonna kick you out. It's too much for us, everything's good, let's stay soft. That's usually nice. It's no different from any other competition. Yeah, it looks sharp just like your skating is gonna be, right? Let's go, let's do this. All right, let's get around, wait for your name, bend your knees, jump with your legs and go for check. All right, let's do this. Tech nice. All dead. Oh, speed up, speed up. Lots was super nice, probably the best one I've seen from you in a while. Yeah, yeah. All right, good, good start. Yeah, I like it."
Video thumb: Mic'd Up: Michal Brezina | Osaka 2023 | #JGPFigure