Tommy Thompson's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: American Football

Tommy Thompson'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 2020-05-14 Immediate swelling and inability to bear weight on the ankle. Tommy Thompson suffered a right ankle fracture during a high-intensity soccer match. The injury required him to be carried off the field and was later confirmed by X-ray. During a soccer match, Tommy collided with another player and landed awkwardly on his right ankle. 8 weeks Physical therapy sessions to regain strength and mobility in the ankle. Missed the rest of the season, which affected his team's performance. Experienced frustration and anxiety about his ability to return to his previous level of performance. None reported in the same area. 2020-08-01 Severe Casting followed by physical therapy. Team doctor and a specialized orthopedic surgeon. Potential for chronic pain or arthritis in the ankle. Strengthening exercises and better protective gear. Entire remainder of the 2020 season. Severe pain, swelling, and inability to move the ankle. Moderate, especially if not fully healed or if pro Family, teammates, and medical staff. Team's training facility and a specialized rehabilitation center.
Sprains Left Wrist 2021-07-21 Pain and swelling in the wrist, reduced range of motion. Tommy Thompson sprained his left wrist during a routine training session. The injury was treated with a splint and rest. Fell awkwardly during a training drill, landing on his left wrist. 3 weeks Rest and immobilization followed by gradual return to activities. Missed a few training sessions but no competitive matches. Mild frustration but remained positive. None reported in the same area. 2021-08-12 Mild Splinting and rest. Team doctor and physiotherapist. Minimal, with proper treatment and recovery. Wrist strengthening exercises and proper fall techniques. None. Pain, swelling, and stiffness in the wrist. Low, with proper care and preventive measures. Team medical staff and family. Team's training facility.
Strains Left Hamstring 2019-03-09 Inability to continue training and difficulty walking. Tommy Thompson strained his left hamstring during a sprint drill. Immediate treatment included ice and compression. While sprinting during a training session, Tommy felt a sharp pain in his left hamstring. 4 weeks Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) followed by gradual reintroduction to physical activity. Missed several important training sessions and one competitive match. Concern about recurring hamstring issues. Mild hamstring strain in the same leg two years prior. 2019-04-07 Moderate RICE method followed by physical therapy. Team physiotherapist and sports doctor. Potential for future hamstring strains if not properly managed. Regular stretching and strengthening exercises. One match. Sharp pain and tightness in the hamstring. High, especially without proper warm-up and condit Team physiotherapist and coaching staff. Team's training facility.

Tommy Thompson's Sports Injuries Videos

Tommy Thompson sets a personal record.

On October 1, 2020, Tommy walked the entire length of the parallel bars on his own. And Karen, Tommy's ever-encouraging wife, ...
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Tommy Thompson to undergo surgery after water skiing accident.

Tommy Thompson, the UW System president and former governor, is undergoing surgery after a water skiing accident. On his Facebook, the 79-year-old revealed he is having his bicep reattached to his tendon. The Board of Regents is seeking a permanent replacement for Thompson, who has been serving as interim president and has faced recent challenges regarding system-wide COVID-19 protocols.
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