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Injuries in sports remain a significant concern for professional athletes and their fans alike.
Recently, during the second leg of the ASEAN Cup final held at Rajamangala Stadium on the evening of January 5, 2025, player Xuân Son suffered a severe injury during the match.
Diagnostic imaging revealed that Xuân Son sustained fractures to his tibia and fibula. The Brazilian-born striker underwent surgery and will need his leg immobilized for some time.
This is a typical example of the risks athletes frequently face in their pursuit of passion.
The importance of rehabilitation after surgery
Rehabilitation following surgery is a crucial phase, significantly impacting an athlete’s ability to return to the field.
According to Dr. Tim Gallivan, a Chiropractic doctor at ACC Clinic, post-surgery rehabilitation helps:
- Enhance muscle strength and improve range of motion: After surgery, muscles and joints often become weakened or restricted in movement. Proper rehabilitation programs are essential to restore these functions.
- Prevent reinjury: Effective rehabilitation techniques stabilize the injured area, reducing the risk of future injuries.
- Incorporate combined treatment methods: Laser therapy can reduce inflammation, alleviate pain, and stimulate tissue regeneration, thereby accelerating recovery.
Can Xuân Son return to professional football?
A question on many minds is whether Xuân Son can return to professional football. This depends on several factors, including the surgical team’s expertise, post-operative care, nutritional regimen, and especially the effectiveness of the rehabilitation process.
The role of rehabilitation in Xuân Son’s recovery and other athletes
For Xuân Son and other athletes post-surgery, rehabilitation plays a pivotal role in helping them regain their professional form.
Typically, rehabilitation programs are divided into phases, depending on the extent of the injury and the type of surgery performed.
The initial phase focuses on reducing swelling and inflammation while preventing joint stiffness and muscle atrophy. During this stage, athletes start with assisted exercises, progress to active exercises, and eventually move to resistance-based exercises.
Exercises like gait training and balance drills are also implemented to improve mobility and support the athlete’s return to competition.
The intensity of rehabilitation exercises is gradually increased based on the athlete’s capability, ensuring safety while achieving optimal outcomes.
Advanced rehabilitation technology at ACC Clinic
At ACC Chiropractic Clinic, the PNEUMEX system, exclusively available in Southeast Asia, plays an essential role in rehabilitation. This system reduces the patient’s body weight, minimizing pressure on injured areas and enabling early walking exercises. Moreover, it allows patients to walk in four directions, enhancing proprioception – the awareness of body position and movement.
The rehabilitation program at ACC is conducted on a one-on-one basis, ensuring that each patient undergoes thorough evaluations by ACC’s medical team to develop a personalized training plan.
The combination of state-of-the-art equipment and personalized treatment methods ensures optimal recovery, enabling athletes to quickly regain peak performance.
ACC Chiropractic Clinic – A trusted partner for athletes
Since 2006, ACC Chiropractic Clinic has been a pioneer in sports injury care and post-surgery rehabilitation.
With an experienced team of international doctors and advanced equipment, ACC Chiropractic Clinic has successfully helped many athletes regain their peak performance.
Some renowned athletes treated at ACC Chiropractic Clinic include:
- Vietnam U21 National Football Team (Thanh Niên Newspaper Cup): Pre-match check-ups and RockTape applications for improved endurance and injury prevention.
- Nguyễn Thùy Linh, Vietnam’s top badminton player: Rehabilitation and care for the spine, shoulders, and knees after injuries caused by intensive training.
- Nguyễn Thị Ánh Viên, national swimmer: Supported in recovery and maintaining musculoskeletal health during intense training phases.
- Thanh Vũ, champion of the world’s toughest triathlon: Comprehensive musculoskeletal assessments, optimizing movement, and preventing injuries during races.
- Hoàng Xuân Vinh, Olympic gold medalist in shooting: Treatment for neck and shoulder pain caused by high-intensity training.
For anyone experiencing sports injuries, visit ACC Chiropractic Clinic to receive the best care.
