Midfielder Arrascaeta was discharged from hospital this Friday morning (1st), after undergoing a surgical procedure on his right collarbone. The Flamengo player suffered the injury during the confrontation against Estudiantes, in Argentina, valid for Copa Libertadores. The operation, carried out on Thursday, served to fix the fractured bone with the help of a plate and special screws.
The medical discharge allows the Uruguayan to complete the first stage of rehabilitation at home. The Rio de Janeiro club’s medical department recommended absolute rest during the weekend to avoid tension in the operated area. Esta The initial step is essential to ensure correct healing of the soft tissues affected by the invasive intervention.
Cronograma treatment predicts return to Ninho from Urubu on Monday
The planning established by the technical committee and red-black doctors indicates that Arrascaeta is expected at CT George Helal next Monday (4). Nas club facilities, the athlete will begin the physiotherapy schedule under the direct supervision of specialists. The main objective of the first sessions will be to recover joint mobility without compromising the stability of the installed plate.
- Daily Avaliação of inflammatory symptoms in the clavicle region
- Sessões of motor physiotherapy to maintain muscle tone
- Exercícios aerobics without impact according to clinical evolution
- Monitoramento periodic radiological examination to check bone consolidation
- Controle strict analgesic and anti-inflammatory medication
The Flamengo board reported that it does not intend to rush any stage of the process. The complexity of fractures in bones that support the shoulder joint requires extra caution. The player already uses a sling to guarantee total immobilization of his right arm, an accessory that should accompany him for a few weeks.
Lesão on Argentina and rapid medical intervention on Rio by Janeiro
The incident that resulted in the fracture occurred in the first half of the game on La Plata, last Wednesday. Arrascaeta competed for a shared ball with defender Piovi and fell on his own shoulder. Imediatamente after the impact, the midfielder reported acute pain and had to be replaced by the Colombian Carrascal. The seriousness of the case was confirmed on Argentine soil.
Preliminary Exames performed at a local hospital detected the bone rupture. Upon disembarking at Rio from Janeiro with the delegation, shirt 14 was sent for additional imaging tests. The computed tomography was used to detail the extent of the fracture and plan the surgery. The procedure was led by Fernando Sassaki, head of the club’s medical department.
Mensagem supporting fans and focusing on returning to the field
Mesmo hospitalized, the player used his social networks to interact with the fans and thank them for the affection they received. In a post made alongside his wife, Camila, Arrascaeta expressed optimism to face the period of absence. Ele wrote that those who learn to stand up do not fear falling, reinforcing the desire to return to acting as soon as possible.
The football department is still not working on an official date for the athlete’s return to competitive games. The nature of the clavicle injury prevents heavy physical contact, typical of the midfielder position. Therefore, the transition to the lawn will only occur when there is complete bone security. Enquanto therefore, the coach will have to look for tactical alternatives to make up for the absence of one of his main playmakers.
Arrascaeta’s Ninho’s Urubu routine will be intensive starting next week. The club will provide state-of-the-art equipment to accelerate cell regeneration and maintain the midfielder’s physical conditioning. Este care aims to minimize the loss of rhythm that naturally occurs in absences due to traumatic surgeries. The fans’ expectation is that the recovery follows the athlete’s positive history in previous rehabilitations.