Steven Defour's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Soccer
Steven Defour'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 | Right Foot | 2011-01-15 | Missed the remainder of the season. | Steven Defour suffered a severe fracture in his right foot during a match against Gent, which led to him missing the rest of the 2010-2011 season. | During a match against Gent, Defour was involved in a clash that led to the injury. | 6 months | Underwent surgery followed by extensive physiotherapy. | The injury delayed his transfer to a bigger club as he had to focus on recovery. | Defour admitted to feeling frustrated and anxious about his future during recovery. | None reported prior to this incident. | 2011-07-20 | High | Surgery and physiotherapy | Standard Liège medical team | No long-term physical issues reported, but the injury was a significant setback in his career progression. | Improved conditioning and strength training post-recovery. | 2010-2011 Belgian Pro League | Severe pain and inability to bear weight on the right foot. | Moderate, due to the nature of the fracture. | Family, teammates, and club management provided strong support. | Standard Liège training facilities |
| Knee Injuries | Right Knee | 2018-01-30 | Missed the remainder of the 2017-2018 season. | Steven Defour sustained a right knee injury during a training session, which ruled him out for the rest of the season. | Injured during a training session with Burnley. | 4 months | Surgery followed by a structured rehabilitation program. | Significant setback, leading to a period of rehabilitation and recovery. | Defour faced mental challenges during his recovery, including concerns about returning to form. | Previous foot fracture in 2011 and ankle sprain in 2017. | 2018-06-01 | High | Surgery and rehabilitation | Burnley FC medical team | Ongoing management required to prevent further issues. | Regular knee strengthening exercises and monitoring. | 2017-2018 Premier League | Pain, swelling, and instability in the right knee. | High, due to the severity of the injury. | Received support from family, teammates, and club staff. | Burnley FC training facilities |
| Sprains | Left Ankle | 2017-12-22 | Missed several key matches during the season. | Steven Defour sprained his left ankle in a Premier League match, causing him to miss a number of fixtures in the 2017-2018 season. | Injured during a Premier League match while playing for Burnley. | 2 months | Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) followed by physiotherapy. | Contributed to a period of decreased performance and match fitness. | Defour experienced frustration due to being sidelined during important matches. | Previous foot fracture in 2011. | 2018-02-20 | Moderate | RICE and physiotherapy | Burnley FC medical team | No significant long-term impact reported. | Enhanced ankle strengthening exercises and use of ankle supports during matches. | 2017-2018 Premier League | Swelling, pain, and limited mobility in the left ankle. | Moderate, due to the nature of sprains. | Support from Burnley FC's medical and coaching staff. | Burnley FC training facilities |
Steven Defour's Sports Injuries Videos
Burnley midfielder Steven Defour out for two months due to knee injury
Burnley midfielder Steven Defour is out for two months with a knee injury. Steven Defour requires knee surgery after a scan revealed...
Steven Defour: Burnley midfielder out for the rest of the season with a knee injury
Midfielder Steven Defour will be out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. Clarets boss Sean Dyche confirmed on Friday that the 29-year-old Belgian will undergo surgery next week. Defour had been an ever-present in the Premier League this season and scored at Manchester United. He has made 52 appearances for Belgium, who have qualified for this summer's World Cup in Russia. Defour joined for a club record 8 million pounds in August 2016. In his absence, fellow midfielder Ashley Westwood came in for his first league start of the season at Newcastle.
Highlights: Steven Defour sent off for kicking the ball at fans - Daily Mail
Steven Defour did not receive a warm welcome upon returning to his former club, Standard Liege, after joining their rivals, Anderlecht. The fans displayed clear hostility, and during the heated match, Defour was booked for kicking the ball into the crowd twice. His actions led to a red card, causing chaos among Anderlecht fans, who threw seats from the stands. Despite efforts to calm the situation, Defour eventually left the pitch. Standard Liege capitalized on their numerical advantage, with Adria Trebel assisting Laurent Ciman for a goal, and Igor de Camargo securing the win. Standard triumphed, but still trail Anderlecht by six points.
