Pedro de la Rosa's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Racing

Pedro de la Rosa'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 2003-07-19 Lower back pain and stiffness. The collision occurred during the race when de la Rosa's car was hit from behind, causing a sudden jolt. Pedro de la Rosa sustained a back injury during a collision at the British Grand Prix. 3 weeks Physical therapy and rest were prescribed. Missed one race to recover fully. Increased awareness of physical limitations. Concussion in 2002. 2003-08-10 Moderate Physical therapy and medication for pain relief. Team physiotherapist and medical staff. Occasional back stiffness. Strengthening exercises and ergonomic seat adjustments in the car. One race. Pain and stiffness in the lower back. Moderate, with potential for aggravation. Team support and access to medical professionals. Team's medical facility and home.
Concussions Head 2002-03-14 He experienced headaches and dizziness. The crash occurred when de la Rosa lost control of his car and hit the barriers at high speed. He was taken to the medical center for evaluation. Pedro de la Rosa suffered a concussion during a high-speed crash in practice at the Australian Grand Prix. 2 weeks Rest and monitoring for any further symptoms were recommended. Missed some practice sessions but returned to racing shortly after. Increased caution in subsequent races. None significant prior to this incident. 2002-03-29 Moderate Rest and medical observation. F1 medical team on-site. No long-term effects reported. Improved safety measures and helmet standards. One practice session. Headache, dizziness, confusion. Low with proper precautions. Team support and medical staff. On-site medical center and at home.
Wrist Injuries Right Wrist 2005-05-07 Pain and limited mobility in the wrist. The crash resulted from a mechanical failure, causing de la Rosa to lose control and collide with the barriers. Pedro de la Rosa injured his right wrist during a crash at the Spanish Grand Prix. 4 weeks Immobilization and physical therapy were required. Missed several practice sessions and one race. Increased anxiety about mechanical failures. Concussion in 2002, back injury in 2003. 2005-06-05 Moderate Immobilization with a wrist brace and physical therapy. Team physiotherapist and orthopedic specialist. Occasional wrist pain during intense activities. Wrist strengthening exercises and better mechanical checks. One race and several practice sessions. Sharp pain and swelling in the wrist. Moderate, with potential for aggravation. Team support and medical professionals. Team's medical facility and home.

Pedro de la Rosa's Sports Injuries Videos

USA 2002 De La Rosa

Originally posted by a member of TBK.
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Pedro de la Rosa crashes while leaving the pits - 2001 Spanish GP (Audio TVE2 - Spanish)

Video thumb: Pedro de la Rosa crashes while leaving the pits - 2001 Spanish GP (Audio TVE2 - Spanish)

F1 Europe 2012 - De la Rosa crash.

F1 - De la Rosa (HRT) crash in Valencia 2012.
Video thumb: F1 Europe 2012 - De la Rosa crash.