It may be a snap in your ankle, a tear in your knee, or a pop in your
shoulder. Regardless, the sound replays over and over in your head just seconds
after you go down causing you to block out all other noises. Many people would assume the first reaction to be one of
pain. However, in that initial moment, your mind suppresses any sensory
feedback from the injury. Instead, fear consumes you. It is a fear of what lies
ahead in the next few minutes, days, or even months.
For me, the fear came on November 6th, almost 6
months ago during the Atlantic 10 semi-final soccer game. As a member of the Fordham Women’s Soccer
team, my current challenge is rehabbing my right ankle after reconstruction
surgery. With preseason approaching on
August 2nd, the frustration and anxiety have set in as I combat the
urge to pass out during every fitness session.
Welcome to a blog for all of those injury-prone athletes out
there fighting to stay on the field. As an experienced patient from all types
of injuries, including broken noses and ribs, shin splints, repeated ankle
sprains, and concussions, I know the struggle. This blog will examine the physical component
of recovering from sports injuries as well as the more lingering mental
effect. As a student-athlete, I witness injuries from various sports as well as the rehabilitation on a daily basis
in the training room. The process is long but exciting one, so join me in uncovering
the journey to Getting Back on the Field.
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