Mikel Landa's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Cycling

Mikel Landa'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
Back Injuries Lower back 2019-05-13 Continued the race but with reduced performance Mikel Landa experienced a crash during the 4th stage of the 2019 Giro d'Italia, leading to lower back pain. Despite the injury, he continued to race but was not at his best form. Crash during the 4th stage of the Giro d'Italia 2-3 weeks Rest, anti-inflammatory medication, and physical therapy focusing on core strengthening Affected performance in the Giro d'Italia Stress and concern about long-term effects None related to this area Continued racing in the Giro d'Italia despite the injury Mild Rest and physical therapy Team physiotherapists and doctors No long-term issues reported Increased focus on core strength and flexibility None Pain and stiffness in the lower back Moderate if not properly managed Support from team medical staff On-site at the race and team facilities
Fractures Collarbone, left 2018-07-06 Could not continue the race and had to withdraw Mikel Landa suffered a significant crash during the 9th stage of the 2018 Tour de France, resulting in a fractured left collarbone. This injury forced him to withdraw from the race. Crash during the 9th stage of the Tour de France 6-8 weeks Physical therapy including range-of-motion exercises and gradual strength training Missed the remainder of the 2018 Tour de France Frustration and disappointment due to withdrawal from a major event None related to this area Returned to racing later in the 2018 season Moderate Immobilization followed by physical therapy Team doctors and orthopedic specialists No long-term issues reported Improved bike handling and safety measures 2018 Tour de France Severe pain and inability to move the left arm Low after full recovery Support from team, family, and friends Team facilities and local physical therapy center
Fractures Ribs, right 2020-08-28 Continued the race with pain management During the 2020 Tour de France, Mikel Landa suffered a crash that resulted in fractured ribs on his right side. Despite the injury, he continued to race with the help of pain management strategies. Crash during the 2020 Tour de France 4-6 weeks Pain management, rest, and gradual return to activity Affected performance in the Tour de France Determination to finish the race despite the injury None related to this area Completed the Tour de France despite the injury Moderate Pain management and rest Team doctors and medical staff No long-term issues reported Improved safety measures during racing None Severe pain and difficulty breathing Low after full recovery Support from team, medical staff, and family On-site at the race and team facilities

Mikel Landa's Sports Injuries Videos

5th Stage Giro d'Italia 2021 Mikel Landa Crash

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Mikel Landa Crash! - Giro d'Italia Stage 5, 2021

Mikel Landa crashed out of the Giro d'Italia during the final kilometers of stage 5 to Cattolica after a rider hit a race marshal.
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