Saisai Zheng's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Tennis
Saisai Zheng'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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| Fractures | Left Wrist | 2020-08-19 | The fracture required immediate medical attention and immobilization of the wrist. | During a match at the Cincinnati Open, Saisai Zheng fell and fractured her left wrist. The injury led to her withdrawal from the tournament and required surgery. | Saisai Zheng fell awkwardly on her left wrist during a match, causing a fracture. | 8 weeks | Surgery followed by immobilization and physical therapy. | Missed several tournaments, including the US Open. | Significant distress and concern about the impact on her career. | None reported in the same area. | 2020-10-20 | Severe | Surgery and post-operative rehabilitation. | Orthopedic surgeon and physiotherapist. | Potential long-term weakness in the wrist. | Wrist strengthening exercises and protective gear. | US Open 2020 | Severe pain and inability to move the left wrist. | Moderate | Family, coach, medical team, and sports psychologist. | Specialized rehabilitation center. |
| Sprains | Right Ankle | 2018-05-14 | The injury caused significant swelling and pain, leading to immediate withdrawal from the match. | Saisai Zheng suffered a right ankle sprain during the second set of her match at the Italian Open. The injury required her to retire from the tournament. | During a match, Saisai Zheng twisted her right ankle while attempting to change direction quickly. | 4 weeks | Physical therapy, rest, and gradual return to training. | Missed several tournaments during the recovery period. | Initial frustration and concern about future performance. | None reported in the same area. | 2018-06-15 | Moderate | RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) and physiotherapy. | Team physiotherapist and orthopedic specialist. | No significant long-term impact reported. | Ankle strengthening exercises and wearing ankle braces during matches. | French Open 2018 | Sharp pain and swelling in the right ankle. | Moderate | Family, coach, and medical team. | Home and training facility. |
| Strains | Left Knee | 2019-03-09 | The strain caused discomfort and limited her range of motion, requiring her to take a break from practice. | Saisai Zheng experienced a left knee strain during a practice session ahead of the Indian Wells tournament. The injury led to her withdrawal from the event. | While practicing, Saisai Zheng overstretched her left knee during a serve. | 3 weeks | Rest, physical therapy, and gradual reintroduction to practice. | Missed the Indian Wells tournament. | Mild anxiety about the recurrence of the injury. | None reported in the same area. | 2019-04-01 | Mild | Physical therapy and anti-inflammatory medications. | Team physiotherapist. | No significant long-term impact reported. | Proper warm-ups and knee strengthening exercises. | Indian Wells 2019 | Pain and stiffness in the left knee. | Low | Coach and medical team. | Training facility. |
Saisai Zheng's Sports Injuries Videos
Saisai Zheng vs. Maria Sakkari | 2019 Silicon Valley Classic Semifinal | WTA Highlights
Maria Sakkari looked down and out when she trailed top seed Elena Spirulina by a set and 5-2 at the Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic on Friday, but she overturned that deficit, saving match points to reach the semifinals. Greece's number one now beats Zhang Shuai, reaching a second consecutive final in San Jose. Zhang Shuai showcased impressive skills, including a strong forehand and quick anticipation, ultimately defeating Maria Sakkari with a score of 7-6, 6-2. Zhang Shuai has made the biggest final of her career by taking out another seed in San Jose.
Saisai Zheng vs. Aryna Sabalenka | 2019 Silicon Valley Classic Final | WTA Highlights
Irina Sabalenka won her first tournament of 2019 in the first week of the season in Shenzhen. Back on hardcourt, she made a strong start to the U.S. Open series by reaching the final at the Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic. Sabalenka faced Zhang Shuai in the final in San Jose. Zhang started well with a couple of doubles in the first game and took the first set 6-3. Despite Sabalenka's efforts and some impressive plays, Zhang maintained her form and won the match 6-3, 7-6, claiming her first career title at a premier-level event. Zhang defeated four seeds, including Sabalenka, to become the champion of the 2019 Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic.
