Steve Pisarkiewicz's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: American Football
Steve Pisarkiewicz'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 Ankle | 1978-10-14 | He was unable to play for the rest of the season and required surgery. | The fracture was severe and necessitated immediate surgery followed by a prolonged period of immobilization. | Steve Pisarkiewicz sustained the injury during a game when he was tackled aggressively by an opposing player. | 6 months | Physical therapy sessions focused on restoring mobility and strength in the ankle. | The injury significantly affected his playing time for the rest of the season. | The injury caused considerable stress and anxiety about his future in the sport. | None reported in the same area. | 1979-04-20 | High | Surgical intervention followed by immobilization and physical therapy. | Team orthopedic surgeon and physical therapist. | Potential for chronic pain and reduced mobility in the ankle. | Strengthening exercises and protective gear. | Entire 1978 season | Severe pain, swelling, and inability to bear weight on the left ankle. | Moderate | Family, teammates, and medical staff. | Team's training facility. |
| Sprains | Right Wrist | 1980-09-04 | He missed several weeks of practice and games. | The wrist sprain was moderate and required immobilization with a splint. | The injury occurred during a practice session when Steve fell awkwardly on his right hand. | 4 weeks | Exercises to restore range of motion and strength in the wrist. | Short-term impact with missed practice and game time. | Frustration due to the interruption in his training and playing schedule. | None reported in the same area. | 1980-10-05 | Moderate | Immobilization with a splint and physical therapy. | Team physician and physical therapist. | Minimal long-term impact expected. | Proper fall techniques and wrist strengthening exercises. | 4 games | Pain, swelling, and limited range of motion in the right wrist. | Low | Teammates and medical staff. | Team's training facility. |
| Strains | Lower Back | 1982-11-19 | He experienced significant discomfort and had to reduce his training intensity. | The lower back strain required rest and a modified training regimen. | Steve Pisarkiewicz strained his lower back while lifting weights during a training session. | 3 weeks | Rest, anti-inflammatory medications, and exercises to strengthen the core muscles. | Minor impact with temporary reduction in training intensity. | Concern about recurring back issues and maintaining physical fitness. | None reported in the same area. | 1982-12-10 | Mild | Rest, anti-inflammatory medications, and physical therapy. | Team physiotherapist and physician. | Potential for recurrent back pain if not properly managed. | Proper lifting techniques and core strengthening exercises. | 2 games | Pain and stiffness in the lower back, especially during movement. | Moderate | Medical staff and family. | Team's training facility. |
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