Ward Burton's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Racing
Ward Burton'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concussions | Head | 1995-09-09 | Required several weeks of rest and monitoring. | Ward Burton suffered a concussion during a crash in a race in 1995. The impact resulted in a head injury that necessitated immediate medical evaluation and a period of rest to ensure full recovery. | Suffered a concussion during a race crash. | 4 weeks | Regular monitoring for symptoms and cognitive tests to ensure full recovery. | Missed a few races to ensure complete recovery. | Increased awareness and caution regarding head injuries. | Left Wrist Fracture | Yes, with clearance from medical staff. | Moderate | Rest and cognitive testing | Neurologist and team doctor | No significant long-term impact reported. | Enhanced helmet and safety protocols. | Yes, a few races. | Dizziness, headache, and confusion. | Moderate, with heightened caution in future races. | Family, team, and medical staff. | Home and local medical facilities. |
| Fractures | Left Wrist | 1991-06-14 | Required surgery and immobilization. | During a practice session in 1991, Ward Burton suffered a fracture to his left wrist, which required immediate medical attention and subsequent surgery. This injury caused significant downtime for recovery. | Ward Burton fractured his left wrist during a practice session. | 8 weeks | Post-surgery physical therapy was required to regain full mobility and strength in the wrist. | Missed several races during the recovery period. | Experienced frustration and anxiety due to time away from racing. | None | Yes, after full recovery. | Moderate | Surgery and physical therapy | Orthopedic surgeon and physical therapist | No long-term impact reported. | Improved protective gear and wrist support. | Yes, multiple races. | Severe pain and inability to move the wrist. | Low, with proper care and support. | Family and team support. | Local sports rehabilitation center. |
| Sprains | Right Ankle | 2002-08-23 | Required rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) therapy. | In 2002, Ward Burton twisted his right ankle while exiting his race car, resulting in a sprain. The injury was managed with RICE therapy and did not require surgery. | Twisted right ankle while exiting the race car. | 2 weeks | RICE therapy followed by light physical therapy to strengthen the ankle. | Minimal impact; returned to racing quickly. | Slight concern about re-injury but maintained confidence. | Left Wrist Fracture, Concussion | Yes, returned quickly after recovery. | Mild | RICE therapy and physical therapy | Team physiotherapist | No long-term impact reported. | Improved caution and support while exiting the car. | No significant competitions missed. | Pain, swelling, and limited mobility in the ankle. | Low, with proper care and support. | Team and family support. | Team facilities and home. |
Ward Burton's Sports Injuries Videos
Ward Burton Crashes into Ricky Rudd's Pit Crew
Ward Burton crashes into Ricky Rudd's pit crew during the 2001 Pennzoil Freedom 400 NASCAR Winston Cup Series race.
Bad Seasons: Ward Burton 2002
Ward Burton's 2002 Winston Cup series season was unusual. He won the Daytona 500, redeeming himself after a disappointing 2001 race. Additionally, he won at New Hampshire, marking the only time he won multiple races in a season. However, the rest of the season was plagued with poor performances, crashes, and mechanical failures, leading to a 25th place finish in points. Despite the challenges, Burton and Bill Davis Racing could still celebrate their Daytona 500 victory. The following season wasn't much better, and the duo parted ways before the end of 2003.
Ward Burton confronts Dale Earnhardt Jr. at the 2002 Bristol NASCAR Cup.
In the 2003 race intro, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Ward Burton are highlighted, with Earnhardt expressing strong feelings that he can't fully articulate on TV, despite wishing he could convey them more directly.
