The Brazilian celebrity was transported to the hospital by ambulance for imaging and pain management due to the likelihood of receiving more potent medication than what could be provided at the stadium.
After the match, Brazilian coach Felipe Luiz Scolari said that Neymar was ruled out of the semifinal match against Germany, according to SI.Com’s Duncan Castles.
The situation was significantly graver, as per the BBC’s report which initially emphasized a broken rib and Scolari maintained a glimmer of hope for a comeback.
Neymar has reportedly suffered a fracture in his third lumbar vertebra (L3), which has contributed to the shape of his spine due to the stress placed on that specific vertebra, as per numerous reports.
Resting on the grass, Neymar was observed clutching directly at this region, which can generate pressure on both the bone itself and on the discs above and below that provide a cushioning effect, at the core of the bend in the lumbar region.
Neymar could be seen assisting in the transfer of the stretcher, while his legs were being moved up and down. Although injuries like high-impact collisions or automobile accidents rarely pose a risk to the spinal cord, the force required to displace the bones significantly, like the traumatic fractures suffered by Neymar, is still dangerous.
This is a design in which there are large processes that act as protection. In fact, most fractures will occur in the spinous or transverse processes rather than in the body of the vertebrae.
It is obviously very important for a player like Neymar to be quick. The psoas muscle attaches to the lower back, allowing for hip extension and flexion. The transverse process serves as the attachment for the psoas muscle, among other functions. However,
This can be easily managed, although additional complications could lead to inflammation that has not resulted in an injury, requiring doctors to exercise caution. In any case, if these nerves are affected, a fracture could cause problems. The nerves at this level extend to the genitals, lower back, and thighs, providing control. There are some very important nerves that extend into the body at the L3 level.
Assuming Neymar does not have any neural deficits, he will need surgery. The normal treatment for this type of fracture is conservative rest. However, in severe cases, internal fixation (using screws and plates) may be necessary to create the right curvature of the spine. It can be very difficult to give a solid timeline for his recovery.
The standard timeframe for a non-surgical situation is typically between eight and 12 weeks, although normal healing periods can range from six weeks to as long as six months. However, this duration is highly individualized. To safeguard the spine from any potential shaking or impact, certain doctors prefer to employ a form of support such as a brace. Barcelona will need to monitor and be patient.
Throughout the rehabilitation process or presently, it is nearly impossible to discern that. In order to ensure that no functionality is lost, Neymar will require close monitoring. Not only will it require time to establish that, but it will also be exceedingly challenging to maintain a high level of fitness for the game, necessitating strict enforcement of rest. It will take some time to regain functionality once the fracture has healed.
Within a week, they will assess his fitness level to lift the Cup alongside them, and it is possible that his fellow players might assist him in capturing the championship. However, as they confront a formidable German team, it is clear that his abilities have propelled the team to this point. With just two games remaining until the title, Neymar desired to exit the World Cup on a stretcher, but not under these circumstances.