Pelé's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Soccer
Pelé's Sports Injuries Table
| Type | Area | Date | Consequences | Content | How It Happened | Recovery Duration | Rehabilitation Details | Impact On Career | Psychological Impact | Previous Injuries | Return To Competition | Severity | Treatment | Medical Staff | Long Term Impact | Preventive Measures | Competition Missed | Initial Symptoms | Re Injury Risk | Support System | Rehabilitation Location |
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| Groin Injuries | Right Groin | 1970-01-01 | The injury caused Pelé to miss several matches. | Pelé's groin injury was a common issue for many players, but his was particularly notable due to his high-profile status. | Pelé suffered a groin pull while playing for Santos FC in a domestic league match. | Several weeks | Pelé underwent rest and physical therapy to recover from the groin pull. | The injury was a minor setback and did not significantly impact his career. | Pelé was determined to return to the field as soon as possible. | Right knee injury in 1962, right hip injury in 1966. | 1969-05-10 | Low to Moderate | Rest, ice, compression, and physical therapy. | Santos FC's medical team. | No significant long-term impact. | Proper warm-up and stretching exercises. | Several domestic league matches. | Pain and discomfort in the right groin area. | Moderate | Family, teammates, and medical staff. | Santos FC's facilities. |
| Hip Injuries | Right Hip | 1970-01-01 | The injury forced him to miss the rest of the tournament. | The 1966 World Cup was marred by rough play, and Pelé was targeted by opponents. His injury was a major factor in Brazil's early exit from the tournament. | Pelé was repeatedly fouled and eventually suffered a hip injury during the 1966 World Cup in England while playing against Portugal. | Several weeks | Pelé received medical treatment and underwent physical therapy. | The injury did not have a lasting impact on Pelé's career, and he continued to play at a high level. | Pelé was disappointed and frustrated by the rough treatment he received. | Right knee injury in 1962. | 1966-09-01 | Moderate | Rest, ice, and physical therapy. | Brazilian national team's medical team. | No significant long-term impact. | Avoiding rough play and ensuring proper protection. | Rest of the 1966 World Cup. | Pain and limited mobility in the right hip. | Low | Family, teammates, and medical staff. | Brazil and various facilities with the national team. |
| Knee Injuries | Right Knee | 1970-01-01 | This injury forced him to miss most of the tournament. | Pelé's injury was a significant blow to the Brazilian team, but they managed to win the World Cup without him. The injury was diagnosed as a severe knee strain. | Pelé suffered a knee injury during the 1962 World Cup in Chile while playing against Czechoslovakia. | Several months | Pelé underwent physical therapy and rehabilitation exercises to strengthen his knee. | Although the injury was severe, Pelé made a full recovery and continued to have a legendary career. | Pelé was frustrated by his inability to play, but he remained mentally strong and determined. | None of significant note before this injury. | 1962-09-15 | High | Rest, physical therapy, and rehabilitation exercises. | Brazilian national team's medical team. | No long-term impact as he made a full recovery. | Strengthening exercises and proper warm-up routines. | Most of the 1962 World Cup. | Severe pain and swelling in the right knee. | Moderate | Family, teammates, and medical staff. | Brazil and various facilities with the national team. |
Pelé's Sports Injuries Videos
Crazy Fouls on Pelé | FIFA World Cup
Ouch! When you're the King, opponents play rough. As one of the greatest of all time, Pelé was a target for opposing players at the...
Heartbreaking Moments in Football
Rest in Peace, Pelé. 777 likes on "Heartbreaking Moments" - Mount Olympus - Approaching Nirvana.
