Rivellino's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Soccer
Rivellino'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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| Knee Injuries | Right Knee | 1974-04-14 | The injury caused significant pain and swelling, leading to immediate substitution. | Rivellino's right knee injury in 1974 was a significant setback during the season. The injury was a result of an intense collision, which led to ligament damage. | Rivellino suffered a knee injury during a match after a collision with an opposing player. | 3 months | Rivellino underwent physiotherapy and followed a strict rehabilitation program, including strength training and gradual return to running. | The injury caused him to miss critical matches, impacting team performance. | The injury was mentally challenging, causing anxiety about future performances. | No previous major knee injuries were reported before this incident. | Rivellino returned to competition after 3 months of rehabilitation. | Moderate | Physical therapy, rest, anti-inflammatory medication | Team physiotherapist and orthopedic specialist | The injury did not have a lasting impact on his career. | Strengthening exercises for knee stability | Missed several league matches and one international friendly | Severe pain, swelling, and inability to bear weight on the right knee | Moderate risk of re-injury if not properly rehabil | Support from team medical staff, family, and teammates | Club's training facility |
| Sprains | Left Ankle | 1976-08-21 | The injury caused immediate pain and swelling, requiring Rivellino to be assisted off the field. | The left ankle sprain in 1976 occurred during a routine training session. The awkward landing caused a significant sprain, leading to a temporary halt in training. | Rivellino sprained his left ankle during a training session after landing awkwardly. | 6 weeks | The rehabilitation involved rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), and gradual return to activity. | The injury led to a short-term absence from training and matches. | The injury was frustrating but did not cause long-term psychological effects. | No previous major ankle injuries reported. | Rivellino returned to competition after 6 weeks of rehabilitation. | Mild | RICE method, physical therapy | Team physiotherapist | No long-term impact on his career. | Ankle strengthening exercises and proper footwear | Missed a few training sessions and one league match | Pain, swelling, and limited range of motion in the left ankle | Low risk of re-injury with proper care | Team medical staff and coaches | Club's training facility |
| Strains | Right Hamstring | 1978-03-09 | The strain caused immediate pain and forced him to leave the match. | The right hamstring strain in 1978 was a result of an intense sprint during a match. The sudden strain led to muscle fiber damage. | Rivellino strained his right hamstring during a sprint in a match. | 4 weeks | Rehabilitation included rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), and a gradual return to activity with stretching and strengthening exercises. | The injury caused a temporary setback but no long-term career impact. | The injury was a minor setback, causing temporary frustration. | No significant previous hamstring injuries. | Rivellino returned to competition after 4 weeks of rehabilitation. | Moderate | RICE method, physical therapy, and stretching exercises | Team physiotherapist and sports doctor | No long-term impact on his career. | Regular stretching and proper warm-up routines | Missed several league matches | Sharp pain in the right hamstring, swelling, and limited mobility | Moderate risk if not properly rehabilitated | Team medical staff, coaches, and family | Club's training facility |
Rivellino's Sports Injuries Videos
He's still got it! Rivellino shows off his 'elastico'
Brazilian legend and World Cup winner Rivellino, one of the most skillful players to grace the game, shows he's still got it by...
Rivellino's famous elastico (flip flap) against Italy in the final of the 1970 World Cup
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Roberto Rivellino - Atomic Kick
A firebrand with a sense of mischief and a cannonball shot. [Rivellino with a double 'l,' as it's actually spelled.]
