Ghana defender Alidu Seidu has provided a stark account of the physical toll of an ACL injury, revealing how the devastating knee problem left him with significantly weakened muscles during his recovery period.
The Stade Rennais right-back, who suffered the injury alongside several Ghanaian teammates last season, described the dramatic physical changes he experienced in an interview with Flashscore.
"When you get ACL you lose everything, your thighs become skinny," Seidu shared, highlighting one of the most challenging aspects of his rehabilitation journey.
The 23-year-old's candid description offers insight into the harsh reality facing footballers who sustain serious knee injuries, with muscle atrophy being a common but difficult consequence of extended periods of immobilization and recovery.
Seidu's recovery has been successful, with the defender returning to action for Rennes and regaining his physical conditioning. His experience mirrors that of several other Ghanaian players who faced similar ACL setbacks last season.
The defender's openness about the physical challenges of ACL recovery provides valuable perspective on the often-grueling process athletes face when returning from serious injuries, with muscle rebuilding representing just one component of the comprehensive rehabilitation required.
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