Tessa Virtue's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Figure Skating
Tessa Virtue'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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| Sprains | Left Ankle | 2017-02-28 | Swelling and limited range of motion. | Tessa Virtue sprained her left ankle during practice, which required her to modify her training temporarily. | Landed awkwardly during a jump. | 2-3 weeks | Rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), and ankle strengthening exercises. | Minor impact, quick recovery. | Slight anxiety about performing jumps. | None related to the ankle. | 2017-03-20 | Mild | RICE protocol and physical therapy | Trainers and physiotherapists | No long-term issues. | Ankle strengthening and proper landing techniques. | None | Swelling and pain in the ankle. | Low with proper care. | Coaches and medical team. | Training facility. |
| Strains | Lower Back | 2009-12-31 | Pain and reduced mobility. | Tessa Virtue experienced lower back strains due to the physical demands of skating, especially during lifts and complex routines. | Intense training and complex lifts. | 6 weeks | Physical therapy focusing on strengthening and flexibility exercises. | Temporary setback but returned to full strength. | Concern about long-term back health. | None related to the back. | 2010-02-15 | Moderate | Physical therapy and rest | Physiotherapists and sports medicine specialists | Managed with ongoing strength and conditioning programs. | Core strengthening and proper technique during lifts. | None | Pain and stiffness in the lower back. | Moderate, managed with ongoing care. | Coaches and medical team. | Training facility. |
| Strains | Right Hamstring | 2012-10-31 | Pain and difficulty performing jumps and spins. | Tessa Virtue suffered a right hamstring strain which affected her ability to perform certain elements of her routines. | Overstretching during practice. | 4-6 weeks | Rest, ice, compression, and stretching exercises. | Short-term impact, missed some training sessions. | Frustration with limited mobility. | None related to the hamstring. | 2012-12-15 | Moderate | Rest and physical therapy | Physiotherapists and trainers | No significant long-term issues. | Proper warm-up and stretching routines. | None | Sharp pain in the back of the thigh. | Low with proper care. | Coaches and medical team. | Training facility. |
Tessa Virtue's Sports Injuries Videos
Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir reminisce about their Hall of Fame career in this raw and uncut interview
At the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Quebec, CBC Sports' Devin Heroux interviews legendary Canadian athletes Scott Moir and Tessa Virtue. They reflect on the honor of being inducted into the Hall of Fame, their careers, and the journey that led them to this point. They emphasize the significance of their partnership, the support from their families, coaches, and the Canadian community, and the lessons learned through sport that have impacted their lives beyond the ice. They also touch on the pressures and challenges they faced, the evolution of their skating styles, and the importance of authenticity and connection with their audience. The interview ends with a heartfelt acknowledgment of the village of supporters who contributed to their success.
"There's a sport system that failed her": Tessa Virtue on Kamila Valieva | Player's Own Voice
In our interview with Tessa Virtue, we discussed the topic of safe sport. Tessa reflected on the tragic case of Valieva, emphasizing the failure of the sport system to protect young athletes. She mentioned how, during her own career, she and her partner Scott Moir were cautious with substances, trusting their coaches implicitly. Tessa highlighted the need to empower and educate young athletes, ensuring they have control over their careers and are supported by trustworthy teams. She expressed sadness over the exploitation of young athletes, stressing that such practices are unacceptable and harmful.
