Said Aouita's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Track And Field
Said Aouita'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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| Muscle Injuries | Left Hamstring | 1988-05-09 | Had to reduce training intensity and missed a few preparatory races. | Said Aouita experienced a left hamstring strain during a sprint workout. This injury required immediate attention and a tailored rehabilitation program. | Occurred during a high-intensity sprint session in preparation for the 1988 Seoul Olympics. | 6 weeks | Received physiotherapy, underwent stretching and strengthening exercises, and gradually returned to full training intensity. | Minor setback; he was able to compete in the 1988 Olympics. | Concern about the timing of the injury with the Olympics approaching, but remained determined. | Previous stress fracture in the right foot in 1986. | Returned to full competition for the 1988 Seoul Olympics. | Mild to moderate | Rest, physical therapy, and structured rehabilitation exercises. | Sports physiotherapist and team doctor. | No significant long-term impact reported. | Improved warm-up routines and incorporated more flexibility training. | Missed a few preparatory races but not the Olympics. | Sharp pain in the left hamstring during a sprint. | Moderate, managed with preventive measures. | Supported by his coaching staff, medical team, and family. | Training facility and sports clinic. |
| Stress Fractures | Right Foot | 1986-08-31 | Missed several weeks of training and competition. | Said Aouita suffered a stress fracture in his right foot due to the high intensity and volume of his training regimen. The injury forced him to withdraw from several key races. | Occurred during intense training leading up to the 1986 European Championships. | 8 weeks | Underwent physical therapy and gradually returned to running with a focus on reducing impact stress. | Caused a temporary setback but he was able to make a strong return. | Experienced frustration and anxiety about his ability to compete at a high level again. | None reported prior to this incident. | Returned to competition in late 1986. | Moderate | Rest, physical therapy, and gradual return to training. | Team of sports medicine specialists and physiotherapists. | No significant long-term impact reported. | Incorporated more cross-training and reduced running volume. | 1986 European Championships. | Persistent pain and discomfort in the right foot during and after running. | Moderate, managed with preventive measures. | Supported by his coaching staff and medical team. | Local sports clinic and training facility. |
Said Aouita's Sports Injuries Videos
Said Aouita Breaks 5000m World Record at Bislett Games, Oslo 1985
Said Aouita, a versatile runner capable of excelling in both 800 and 5000 meters, broke the 5000-meter world record in 1985 at the Bislett Games in Oslo with a time of 13 minutes 0.4 seconds. Aouita, who had previously won a gold medal at the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, showcased his endurance and tactical prowess in the race. Despite fierce competition, particularly from Marie, Aouita managed to pull ahead in the final laps, ultimately securing the record with a strong finish.
3000m WR: Said Aouita, Cologne, 1989
After years of chasing Henry Rono's 1978 3,000-meter world record (7:32.1), Saïd Aouita finally breaks it in style with a new time of 7:29.45.
