Urijah Faber's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Mma
Urijah Faber'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 Hand | 2012-07-06 | Required surgery to repair the fractured hand. | Faber broke his left hand in an interim bantamweight title fight against Renan Barão. This injury significantly impacted his performance in the fight. | During a fight against Renan Barão at UFC 149. | 4 months | Extensive physical therapy and gradual return to training. | Missed competition and had to modify training to avoid further injury. | Tested his patience and resilience. | Previous right hand fracture. | 2012-11-17 | High | Surgery to repair the fracture, followed by physical therapy. | Orthopedic surgeon and physical therapist. | No significant long-term issues reported. | Enhanced hand protection and modified training techniques. | Missed a few months of fights. | Immediate pain and swelling. | Moderate, due to previous hand fractures. | Team Alpha Male and close friends. | Specialized sports rehabilitation center. |
| Fractures | Ribs | 2014-05-23 | Severe pain and restricted movement. | Faber suffered a rib fracture during his fight with Frankie Edgar, which significantly hindered his performance and breathing during the match. | During a fight against Frankie Edgar at UFC Fight Night 66. | 6 weeks | Rest, followed by gradual return to physical activity and breathing exercises. | Short-term absence from training and competition. | Frustration due to limited mobility and pain. | Previous hand fractures. | 2014-07-05 | Moderate | Rest and pain management. | Sports physician and physical therapist. | No long-term issues reported. | Improved core strength and protective gear. | Missed a few weeks of training and competition. | Sharp pain and difficulty breathing. | Low, with proper care and rehabilitation. | Team Alpha Male and medical staff. | Home and local sports clinic. |
| Fractures | Right Hand | 2010-01-09 | Required surgery to insert pins. | Faber broke his right hand in a title fight against José Aldo. Despite the injury, he continued to fight all five rounds, showing incredible resilience. | During a fight against José Aldo at WEC 48. | 3 months | Physical therapy to regain strength and mobility in the hand. | Missed several months of competition and had to adjust his fighting style temporarily. | Increased mental toughness and determination. | None on the right hand. | 2010-04-24 | High | Surgery to insert pins, followed by physical therapy. | Orthopedic surgeon and physical therapist. | No long-term issues reported. | Improved hand protection during fights. | Several months of fights were missed. | Severe pain and inability to use the hand. | Moderate, due to the nature of the sport. | Team Alpha Male and family support. | Local physical therapy clinic. |
Urijah Faber's Sports Injuries Videos
Conor McGregor and Urijah Faber have an altercation before weigh-in | UFC on FOX
Conor McGregor enters the arena and encounters Urijah Faber, a teammate of Chad Mendes. Initially, Faber is confused, thinking it's a joke. He tries to laugh it off and walks away. McGregor comments that he could have taken Faber down but nothing happened.
Urijah Faber: Dominick Cruz's Injury "Sucks"
Urijah Faber discusses his initial disappointment upon hearing about Dominick Cruz's knee injury, expressing mutual respect despite their rivalry. He humorously mentions making up rumors about Ronda Rousey and anticipates a future fight where he believes Cruz will continue injuring himself. When asked about a Mortal Kombat finishing move, Faber jokes about ripping Cruz's head off with his spine hanging out.
