Wayne Gretzky's Sports Injuries

Type of Sport: Ice Hockey

Wayne Gretzky'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 Ankle 1992-01-02 Missed several games During a game against the Minnesota North Stars, Gretzky blocked a shot and suffered a fractured left ankle. Blocked shot during a game 6 weeks Physical therapy and rest Temporary setback Frustration due to inability to play None on the same ankle 1992-02-17 Moderate Immobilization and physical therapy Team doctors and physiotherapists No long-term impact Improved protective gear for blocking shots 6 games Swelling and pain in the ankle Low after full recovery Family and teammates Team facilities
Head Injuries Head 1990-03-01 Missed several games Gretzky suffered a concussion after being hit into the boards during a game against the Calgary Flames. Hit into the boards 3 weeks Rest and gradual return to activity Raised awareness about head injuries Caution in physical play No previous concussions 1990-03-23 Moderate Rest and monitoring Neurologists and team doctors Increased awareness of concussion protocols Stricter enforcement of rules against head hits 5 games Dizziness and headache Higher if not fully recovered Medical team and family Home and team facilities
Sprains Right Wrist 1995-10-14 Limited playtime in following games During a practice session, Gretzky fell awkwardly and sprained his right wrist. Fall during practice 1 week Rest and wrist supports Minimal impact Heightened caution during practice None on the same wrist 1995-10-22 Mild Rest, ice, and compression Team physiotherapists No long-term impact Use of wrist guards during practice 1 game Swelling and pain in the wrist Low if properly healed Teammates and medical staff Team facilities
Strains Right Groin 1988-11-09 Missed a few games Gretzky strained his right groin during a game against the New York Rangers, leading to limited mobility. Overextension during a game 2 weeks Rest and targeted exercises Minor impact Concern over future performance None on the same area 1988-11-24 Mild Rest, ice, and physical therapy Team physiotherapists No long-term impact Regular stretching and conditioning 2 games Sharp pain in the groin area Moderate if not fully healed Coaching staff and medical team Team facilities

Wayne Gretzky's Sports Injuries Videos

Wayne Gretzky's injury, April 1994

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Bill Muckalt defeats Wayne Gretzky.

Wayne Gretzky (New York Rangers) is sent flying into the boards after a huge hit by Bill Muckalt (Vancouver Canucks).
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