What does an ACL injury look like: Flamengo striker Pedro has the second in his career - See

Pedro, Flamengo striker, suffered a serious injury during a match for the Brazilian national team, specifically a tear in the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his knee. This type of injury is one of the most serious for high-performance athletes and, in Pedro's case, will require surgery, in addition to a long recovery period. The attacker will be sidelined for an estimated period of between 9 and 12 months, which represents a significant loss for both Flamengo regarding selection.

The anterior cruciate ligament is one of the main structures of the knee, responsible for stabilizing the joint and preventing the tibia moves excessively in relation to the femur. When a rupture occurs, there is a serious compromise in the mobility and stability of the knee, which prevents the player from continuing to play without medical intervention.

WHAT IS THE ATTACKER INJURY LIKE?

ACL tears are common in sports that involve sudden movements, such as quick changes of direction, jumps and landings, typical in football. In the case of Pedro, it is possible that the movement performed during the match overloaded the knee, resulting in rupture of the ligament. After the injury was suspected during the game, Pedro underwent a series of tests, including an MRI, which confirmed the complete rupture of the ACL. Immediate diagnosis is crucial to ensure that appropriate treatment is initiated as soon as possible, minimizing future complications.

Treatment for this type of injury involves, in almost all cases, reconstructive surgery. This procedure consists of replacing the torn ligament with a graft, which can be taken from another part of the patient's body or from a donor. The choice of graft type depends on factors such as the extent of the lesion and the surgeon's preferences.