Svetlana Khorkina's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Gymnastics

Svetlana Khorkina'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	Left Ankle	2001-08-31	Required surgery and extensive rehabilitation.	Svetlana Khorkina suffered a left ankle fracture during a training session, which significantly impacted her preparation for upcoming competitions.	During a training session while performing a complicated landing.	6 months	Included physiotherapy, strength training, and gradual return to gymnastics routines.	Missed several competitions, including the 2001 World Championships.	Initial frustration and anxiety about recovery, but remained determined to return.	None reported in the same area.	Successfully returned to competition in 2002.	Severe	Surgical intervention followed by physiotherapy.	Orthopedic surgeon, physiotherapist, and sports doctor.	Minor discomfort during intense training sessions.	Improved landing techniques and additional ankle support.	2001 World Championships	Severe pain and inability to bear weight on the left ankle.	Moderate, managed with preventive measures.	Coaches, medical team, and family.	Moscow Sports Clinic
Sprains	Right Wrist	1998-04-14	Limited her training and required rest.	Svetlana Khorkina experienced a right wrist sprain while performing on the balance beam, affecting her preparation for upcoming events.	During a balance beam routine in a national competition.	4 weeks	Included rest, icing, and gradual reintroduction to training.	Missed a minor national competition but returned in time for major events.	Mild frustration but maintained positive outlook.	None reported in the same area.	Returned to full competition within a month.	Moderate	Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE).	Sports physician and physiotherapist.	No significant long-term impact.	Strengthening exercises and wrist supports.	Minor national competition.	Swelling and pain in the right wrist.	Low, with proper preventive measures.	Coaches and medical team.	Training facility
Strains	Lower Back	2003-07-09	Required rest and modified training regimen.	Svetlana Khorkina strained her lower back during a demanding training session, leading to adjustments in her training schedule.	During an intense training session involving complex routines.	6 weeks	Included rest, physiotherapy, and core strengthening exercises.	Limited training for a brief period but did not miss major competitions.	Managed stress and maintained focus on recovery.	Occasional minor strains in the lower back.	Returned to full training and competition within two months.	Moderate	Rest, physiotherapy, and anti-inflammatory medication.	Physiotherapist and sports doctor.	Occasional minor discomfort during intense routines.	Core strengthening and flexibility exercises.	None	Pain and stiffness in the lower back.	Moderate, managed with proper conditioning.	Coaches, medical team, and family.	Training facility