Yuzuru Hanyu's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Figure Skating
Yuzuru Hanyu'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 | 2014-11-07 | Severe pain, swelling, and difficulty skating. | Despite the injury, Hanyu decided to compete in the free skate and won the silver medal. | During a collision with Chinese skater Yan Han during warm-up at the Cup of China. | Several weeks | Physical therapy and rest were critical for recovery. | Missed training time and impacted performance in subsequent competitions. | Increased stress and anxiety about future performances. | None reported before this incident. | Returned to competition later in the season but was not at full strength. | Moderate | Physical therapy, rest, and medication for pain management. | Team doctors and physical therapists. | Increased caution during warm-ups and competitions. | Enhanced warm-up routines and collision avoidance strategies. | None, but performance was affected. | Pain and swelling in the right ankle. | Moderate, if not properly rehabilitated. | Family, coaches, and medical team provided support. | Training facility and home. |
| Ankle Injuries | Right Ankle | 2018-11-16 | Forced withdrawal from the competition and subsequent events. | Hanyu attempted to compete despite the injury but had to withdraw after the short program. | During a practice session at the Rostelecom Cup. | Several months | Comprehensive physical therapy and gradual return to training. | Missed the Grand Prix Final and other key events. | Increased anxiety about re-injury and performance. | Multiple previous injuries to the same ankle. | Returned to competition in early 2019. | Severe | Rest, physical therapy, and possible surgical consultation. | Team doctors and physical therapists. | Chronic instability and ongoing need for preventive measures. | Enhanced strengthening and stability exercises. | Rostelecom Cup 2018, Grand Prix Final 2018 | Pain, swelling, and limited mobility in the right ankle. | High, given the history of injuries. | Family, coaches, medical team, and fans. | Training facility and specialized clinics. |
| Sprains | Right Ankle | 2017-11-08 | Severe sprain leading to withdrawal from the competition. | Hanyu was forced to withdraw from the NHK Trophy and focus on recovery for the upcoming Winter Olympics. | During a practice session at the NHK Trophy. | Approximately three months | Intensive physical therapy and rest. | Missed major competitions and training time. | Increased pressure to recover in time for the Winter Olympics. | Previous ligament injury in the same ankle in 2014. | Returned for the 2018 Winter Olympics and won the gold medal. | Severe | Rest, physical therapy, and protective bracing. | Team doctors, physical therapists, and specialists. | Ongoing concerns about ankle stability. | Strengthening exercises and protective equipment. | NHK Trophy 2017 | Severe pain and inability to bear weight on the right ankle. | High, due to previous injuries. | Family, coaches, medical team, and fans. | Training facility and specialized clinics. |
| Sprains | Right Ankle | 2021-03-24 | Impacted performance at the World Championships. | Hanyu competed despite the injury, finishing in third place. | During a practice session ahead of the World Championships. | Several weeks | Focused on rest and physical therapy post-competition. | Affected his performance and preparation for subsequent events. | Continued stress regarding ankle injuries. | Multiple previous injuries to the same ankle. | Returned to competition but with cautious approach. | Moderate | Rest, physical therapy, and protective measures. | Team doctors and physical therapists. | Ongoing vigilance required to manage ankle health. | Continued strengthening and stability exercises. | None, but performance was affected. | Pain and swelling in the right ankle. | Moderate to high, due to history of injuries. | Family, coaches, medical team, and fans. | Training facility and home. |
Yuzuru Hanyu's Sports Injuries Videos
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2014 COC Yuzuru Hanyu FS B.ESP [Bilingual Subtitles]
2014 COC Yuzuru Hanyu FS B.ESP [Simplified Chinese & Japanese Subtitles] Edited and translated by YUZURINK
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In 2014, there was a memorable moment when Brian Orser, the coach of Yuzuru Hanyu, stepped in to attend a press conference on behalf of Yuzuru due to his injury.
A skater was determined to compete despite concerns for his health following a collision at the 2014 Cup of China. His well-being was prioritized, with checks for a concussion and other injuries, but he appeared to be in good spirits and was being carefully monitored.
