Steliana Nistor's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Gymnastics
Steliana Nistor'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fractures | Right Ankle | 2005-08-14 | Severe pain and inability to put weight on the right foot. | Steliana Nistor suffered a right ankle fracture during a routine vault training. The injury was immediately assessed by the medical team, and it was confirmed through X-ray imaging. | During a training session, Steliana landed awkwardly after a vault routine. | 3 months | Underwent surgery to stabilize the fracture followed by physiotherapy. | Missed several key competitions including the World Championships. | Experienced significant stress and anxiety about returning to competition form. | None on the right ankle. | Returned to competition after 4 months with modified training routines. | High | Surgery and physical therapy. | Orthopedic surgeon and physical therapist. | Occasional pain and reduced flexibility. | Strengthening exercises and ankle support during practices. | 2005 World Championships | Sharp pain and swelling in the right ankle. | Moderate | Family, coach, and sports psychologist. | Local sports clinic. |
| Sprains | Left Wrist | 2007-03-09 | Swelling and limited movement in the left wrist. | Steliana Nistor experienced a left wrist sprain after a fall during a balance beam routine. Immediate icing and immobilization were applied. | Fell during a balance beam routine and landed on her left wrist. | 6 weeks | Wore a wrist brace and engaged in light mobility exercises. | Had to adjust training routines and missed some practice sessions. | Frustration due to the limitation in training. | None on the left wrist. | Returned to full training and competition after 8 weeks. | Moderate | Immobilization and physical therapy. | Physiotherapist and sports physician. | Minor discomfort during intense routines. | Wrist support and careful monitoring of wrist movements. | None, but training was affected. | Pain and swelling in the left wrist. | Low | Coach and physiotherapist. | Gym's medical facility. |
| Strains | Lower Back | 2008-05-21 | Lower back pain and stiffness. | Steliana Nistor strained her lower back muscles during an intensive floor exercise routine. The strain was due to overexertion and lack of rest. | Overexertion during a floor exercise routine. | 4 weeks | Rest, anti-inflammatory medications, and physical therapy focusing on core strengthening. | Short-term reduction in training intensity. | Mild anxiety over recurring back issues. | Occasional lower back discomfort. | Resumed full training after 4 weeks with gradual intensity increase. | Low to Moderate | Rest, medication, and physical therapy. | Sports physician and physical therapist. | Occasional back pain during high-intensity training. | Regular core strengthening exercises and proper rest periods. | None, but training was modified. | Lower back pain and stiffness. | Moderate | Family, coach, and physiotherapist. | National training center. |
Steliana Nistor's Sports Injuries Videos
Steliana Nistor (ROU) 2008 Olympics Team Final Floor Exercise
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