Flamengo’s medical department updates the situation of Pedro, injured with a fracture in his right forearm during the semi-final against Racing. The attacker begins controlled work on the field this Wednesday (5) and changes immobilization next week. The club is preparing special protection for the arm, aiming for the November 29th game in Montevideo.
Pedro, aged 27, is progressing well and feels less pain, and is expected to return in four weeks. The player was honored for 300 games at the club this Monday (3).
- Protective material similar to face masks is ready.
- Young athlete favors accelerated recovery.
- Optimism expressed in an interview with Flamengo TV.
Pedro’s recovery advances
Red-black doctors monitor shirt 9 daily. The fracture occurred in the first game of the semi-final, on October 22.
Pedro starts light exercises on the lawn of Ninho do Urubu. The following week, he removes the cast and adopts a flexible orthosis.
Other injured patients undergoing treatment
Carrascal treats rib edema after the game against Sport, on November 1st. The Colombian takes medication and remains doubtful for Wednesday.
Léo Ortiz feels pain in his ankle, but played in the return against Racing. Defender avoids games this week to fully recover.
Jorginho deals with a thigh injury, which is assessed every day. Naturalized Italian steering wheel will soon eliminate pain.
Custom protection ready
Club developed equipment for Pedro’s forearm. Material absorbs impacts and allows movement.
Internal tests approve use in training and matches. Similar to protections seen in European leagues.
Expectations for the end
Flamengo faces Palmeiras on November 29th. Pedro scored 12 goals in the Libertadores this year.
Coach Tite counts on the return of the top scorer. Cast maintains focus on the Brazilian at the same time.
Homage at the Nest
Pedro received a plaque for 300 games this Monday. Striker arrived at Flamengo in 2020, from Fiorentina.
In an interview, he reinforced his dedication to the group. “Work bin development to reach the final”, he said.
Casting challenges
Injuries accumulate at the end of the season. Medical department prioritizes individual protocols.
Carrascal and Ortiz are part of defensive rotations. Jorginho competes for a place in midfield.
Heightened Preparation
Flamengo plays against São Paulo this Wednesday, for the Brazilian Championship. Absences force tactical adjustments.
Club invests in advanced physiotherapy. Fast recoveries maintain competitiveness.