Vincent Zhou's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Figure Skating
Vincent Zhou'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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| Ankle Injuries | right ankle | 2022-01-14 | Swelling, pain, and difficulty bearing weight on the right ankle. | Vincent Zhou suffered a right ankle injury during practice while attempting a quad jump. The injury led to noticeable swelling and pain, hindering his ability to continue training. | During a practice session, Vincent Zhou landed awkwardly on a jump. | 6 weeks | Physical therapy focusing on reducing swelling, improving strength and mobility, and gradual return to on-ice training. | Missed several weeks of training and had to withdraw from some early season competitions. | Increased anxiety about performing high-difficulty jumps. | None reported for the right ankle. | 2022-03-01 | Moderate | RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation), physical therapy, and possibly a short period of immobilization. | Team physician and a physical therapist. | Potential for recurring ankle instability. | Ankle strengthening exercises and possibly using an ankle brace during training. | Several early season competitions including the Four Continents Championships. | Immediate sharp pain and swelling in the right ankle. | Moderate, especially during high-impact landings. | Coaching team, family, and sports psychologist. | Team training facility. |
| Knee Injuries | left knee | 2021-11-04 | Pain, swelling, and limited range of motion in the left knee. | Vincent Zhou sustained a left knee injury during a competition while performing a quadruple jump. The injury caused significant pain and swelling, limiting his ability to continue competing. | During a competition, Vincent Zhou felt a sharp pain in his left knee while landing a jump. | 8 weeks | Initial rest and ice, followed by a structured physical therapy program to restore strength and flexibility. | Had to withdraw from subsequent competitions and missed valuable training time. | Frustration and concern about long-term knee health. | None reported for the left knee. | 2022-01-10 | Severe | RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation), physical therapy, and possible use of anti-inflammatory medication. | Team physician, orthopedic specialist, and physical therapist. | Potential for chronic knee pain and instability. | Strengthening exercises for the knee and surrounding muscles, proper warm-up routines, and possibly using knee support. | Grand Prix Final and several national championships. | Sudden sharp pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the left knee. | High, particularly during high-stress landings. | Coaching team, family, and sports psychologist. | Team training facility and specialized sports rehabilitation center. |
Vincent Zhou's Sports Injuries Videos
Vincent Zhou out of the Winter Olympics as he tests positive for COVID | Olympic Ice | Peacock
Vincent Zhou will not be competing in the Men's Short Program due to testing positive for COVID-19. Despite consistently wearing masks and taking precautions, he will miss the individual event. Nathan Chen, who has been in close contact with Vincent, continues to look strong in practice, showing focused intensity and clean run-throughs. Unfortunately, it is too late to call in alternate skater Ilya Mulin. Yuzuru Hanyu's arrival at practice brought a new level of intensity and focus. The practice environment this year is highly controlled due to COVID protocols, with limited media presence and strict seating capacity.
Vincent Zhou / Stars on Ice "Dancing in the Dark" by Joji
Shot and edited by Jordan Cowan, Music by Joji. More On Ice Perspectives: Instagram...
