Viktoria Komova's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Gymnastics
Viktoria Komova'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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| Back Injuries | Lower Back | 2013-03-19 | Missed the entire 2013 competitive season. | Chronic lower back pain that required significant rest and rehabilitation to manage. | Developed over time due to the intense physical demands of gymnastics. | 6 months | Physical therapy, core strengthening, and gradual return to gymnastics activities. | Major disruption, leading to missed competitions and reconsideration of long-term career goals. | Concern over long-term health and career sustainability. | None reported in the same area. | Returned in late 2013 with modified training regimens. | Chronic | Physical therapy and core strengthening exercises. | Sports physician and physical therapist. | Ongoing management required to prevent flare-ups. | Regular core strengthening and flexibility exercises. | Entire 2013 competitive season. | Persistent lower back pain and stiffness. | High, due to the chronic nature of the injury. | Family, coaches, and medical team. | Specialized sports rehabilitation center. |
| Fractures | Right Ankle | 2011-08-31 | Missed several key competitions including the 2011 World Championships. | The fracture was severe enough to require surgery and an extended break from training and competition. | During a training session, Viktoria landed awkwardly after performing a complex routine. | 4 months | Underwent surgery followed by intensive physical therapy. | Significant disruption during a critical competitive period. | Experienced anxiety and stress over her future in gymnastics. | None reported in the same area. | Returned in early 2012, but not at full competitive strength. | Severe | Surgery and physical therapy. | Orthopedic surgeon and physical therapist. | Increased caution in routines involving complex landings. | Enhanced focus on landing techniques and ankle strengthening exercises. | 2011 World Championships | Immediate pain and swelling in the right ankle. | Moderate, due to the nature of the sport. | Family, coaches, and medical team. | Local sports clinic. |
| Sprains | Left Ankle | 2012-05-14 | Limited her ability to fully train for upcoming events. | The sprain was less severe than her previous fracture but still required careful management to avoid further injury. | Occurred during a practice session while performing a dismount. | 6 weeks | Rest, ice, compression, and elevation followed by gradual return to activity. | Temporary setback but managed to recover in time for the 2012 Olympics. | Frustration due to recurring ankle issues. | Previous right ankle fracture in 2011. | Competed in the 2012 Olympics with some limitations. | Moderate | Conservative management with rest and physical therapy. | Team physiotherapist and sports doctor. | Increased vigilance in training to prevent future sprains. | Ankle braces and proprioceptive training. | None, but training was affected. | Pain and swelling in the left ankle. | High, given previous ankle issues. | Coaches and medical team. | Training facility. |
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