Stefan Edberg's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Tennis
Stefan Edberg'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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| Back Injuries | Lower Back | 1989-12-31 | He had to retire from the match and subsequently missed several tournaments. | Edberg's back injury occurred during a match, causing him to withdraw and seek immediate medical attention. This injury affected his performance over the next few months. | During a match, Edberg experienced severe pain in his lower back due to an awkward movement. | 2 months | Underwent physical therapy and conditioning exercises to strengthen the back muscles. | The injury caused a temporary decline in his performance and ranking. | Edberg expressed frustration and concern over his ability to return to peak performance. | None in the same area. | Returned to competition after 2 months of recovery and rehabilitation. | Moderate | Physical therapy, rest, and anti-inflammatory medications. | Physiotherapist and sports doctor. | Periodic back pain and the need for ongoing conditioning exercises. | Regular stretching and strengthening exercises for the back. | Australian Open and several other tournaments. | Severe pain and limited mobility in the lower back. | Moderate, with a possibility of recurrence without | Family, coaching staff, and medical team. | Home and specialized sports clinic. |
| Sprains | Right Ankle | 1992-06-14 | He was unable to finish the match and had to withdraw from the tournament. | The injury occurred during a match, and Edberg was seen limping and unable to continue. Immediate medical attention was provided. | Edberg twisted his right ankle while playing on grass courts. | 1 month | Included rest, ice application, compression, elevation (RICE), and physical therapy. | Missed several matches and tournaments, affecting his ranking temporarily. | Edberg was determined to recover quickly and return to competition. | None in the same area. | Returned to competition after 1 month of recovery. | Mild | RICE method, physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory medications. | Physiotherapist and sports doctor. | Increased risk of future ankle sprains. | Ankle strengthening exercises and proper footwear. | Wimbledon and a few preparatory tournaments. | Pain, swelling, and limited movement in the right ankle. | High, particularly on grass courts. | Coaching staff and medical team. | Home and sports medical facility. |
| Wrist Injuries | Left Wrist | 1995-03-09 | Had to withdraw from upcoming tournaments and take a break from playing. | The injury happened during practice, leading to immediate pain and swelling. Medical evaluation revealed a significant strain. | Edberg injured his left wrist during a practice session while hitting a backhand. | 6 weeks | Included rest, immobilization with a brace, and gradual physical therapy. | Missed important matches and tournaments, which affected his ranking. | Frustration due to the interruption in his training and competition schedule. | None in the same area. | Returned to competition after 6 weeks of recovery. | Moderate | Immobilization, physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory medications. | Physiotherapist and sports doctor. | Occasional pain and need for wrist support. | Wrist strengthening exercises and proper technique adjustments. | Several ATP tournaments. | Pain, swelling, and reduced mobility in the left wrist. | Moderate, especially during high-intensity play. | Coaching staff and medical team. | Home and specialized sports clinic. |
Stefan Edberg's Sports Injuries Videos
Death by Tennis
How improbable.
Dick Wertheim
Richard Wertheim was an American tennis linesman who suffered a fatal injury on September 10, 1983, during a match at the 1983 U.S. Open. He was injured when Stephen Edberg sent an errant serve directly into his groin. Wertheim, officiating from a chair at the center line, was knocked backwards and fell onto the hard court surface, striking his head. He had a history of chronic cardiovascular disease, having had a heart attack and stroke at age 40. Wertheim was unconscious when taken to Flushing Hospital and Medical Center and died on September 15. His family sued the United States Tennis Association for $2.25 million. The appellate division of the Supreme Court of New York later reversed a $165,000 jury award to his estate, suggesting the tennis ball impact was not the proximate cause of his death. Following this event, the International Tennis Federation no longer has linesmen sitting during play.
