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INJURIES CANNOT STOP HEROES Part 2: Lionel Messi, The Sultan of Soccer.

 

             


There is nothing that this man ,Lionel Messi, has not achieved in the Beautiful Game of Football, the world's most popular sport. But it is not that he did not go through his fair share of injuries throughout his glorious career. Let's go through the list of injuries that he suffered that is available in the public domain.

  1. 2006 Metatarsal Fracture:

    • Messi suffered a metatarsal fracture in his left foot during the 2005-2006 season, sidelining him for several months. Treatment likely involved immobilization of the foot, followed by rehabilitation exercises.

  2. 2007 Muscle Injuries:

    • During the 2006-2007 season, Messi struggled with various muscle injuries, including strains and pulls, causing him to miss several matches. Treatment likely involved physiotherapy, rest, and strengthening exercises.

  3. 2009 Hamstring Injuries:

    • Messi experienced hamstring injuries during the 2008-2009 season, leading to brief spells on the sidelines. Treatment would have included rest, physiotherapy, and gradual return to training.

  4. 2013 Hamstring Injuries:

    • Messi suffered multiple hamstring injuries during the 2012-2013 season, resulting in missed matches for Barcelona. Treatment involved rest, physiotherapy, and targeted strengthening exercises.

  5. 2014 Muscle Discomfort:

    • In 2014, Messi experienced muscle discomfort during the FIFA World Cup with Argentina. Treatment likely involved management by the national team's medical staff.

  6. 2015 Knee Ligament Injury:

    • Messi sustained a tear in the medial collateral ligament of his left knee in September 2015, sidelining him for approximately two months. Treatment involved rehabilitation and gradual return to training.

  7. 2016 Back Injury:

    • In May 2016, Messi suffered a back injury during a friendly match against Honduras, causing concern ahead of the Copa America Centenario. Treatment likely involved rest and physiotherapy to manage the injury.

  8. 2018 Arm Fracture:

    • Messi suffered a fractured arm in October 2018 during a La Liga match, requiring medical attention. Treatment included immobilization of the arm and rehabilitation exercises.

  9. 2019 Groin Injury:

    • Messi suffered a groin injury in September 2019 during a La Liga match, requiring treatment involving rest, ice therapy, and physiotherapy.

  10. 2020 Thigh Injury:

    • In August 2020, Messi experienced a thigh injury during training, requiring treatment involving rest, rehabilitation exercises, and possibly targeted injections.

  11. 2021 Calf Injury:

    • After joining Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), Messi experienced a calf injury in September 2021 during a training session, sidelining him for several matches. Treatment likely involved rest, physiotherapy, and gradual return to play.

  12. 2021 Ankle Injury:

    • Messi sustained an ankle injury in November 2021 during a Ligue 1 match while playing for PSG. Treatment likely included diagnostic imaging and a personalized rehabilitation plan focusing on strengthening and mobility exercises.

Throughout his career, Messi received personalized medical care from club and national team medical staff, with treatment protocols tailored to each specific injury to facilitate optimal recovery and minimize the risk of re-injury. It would have been a collaborative effort between Orthopaedic Surgeons, Sports physiologists , Sports Medicine Specialists, Pain Specialists, Physiotherapists and Trainers among others. 

But the most vital element in recovery and fast return to peak performance is Messi himself and looking at what he has achieved in spite of these career threatening injuries he must have followed the medical team's advice to the T.

Dr. Naveen Chowdary Tummala

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