In the midst of his Achilles tendon recovery journey, New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers shared some insights about his experience and the connection to basketball legend Kobe Bryant.
He revealed, “I knew that Kobe [Bryant] had done his Achilles, so I looked into it right away. I mean, literally on the table Monday night, I thought about Kobe. I had seen ‘Muse,’ but I had forgotten that he had surgery the next day.”
“I knew that Kobe [Bryant] had done his Achilles, so I looked into right away. I mean literally on the table Monday night, I thought about Kob. I had seen ‘Muse’, but I had forgotten that he gotten surgery the next day.”
Aaron Rodgers on having the same surgeon (Neal ElAttrache)… pic.twitter.com/cICXiHlYJf
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The surgeon who performed surgery on Aaron Rodgers’ Achilles tendon has extensive experience working with prominent athletes. During his fourth play as a New York Jet, Rodgers was tackled by a Buffalo Bills defender and had to leave the game. Despite some time in the medical tent, he had to be taken off the field on a cart.
Post-game, it was disclosed that Rodgers had suffered a torn Achilles, instantly ending his season. On the following Wednesday, Rodgers underwent surgery, conducted by Dr. Neal ElAttrache, who serves as the team physician for the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Dodgers. Dr. ElAttrache is renowned for operating on Kobe Bryant’s Achilles, as well as mending the knees of Joe Burrow and Tom Brady, as reported by the Athletic.
Also, Rodgers said, “I knew that Kobe [Bryant] had done his Achilles, so I looked into right away. I mean literally on the table Monday night, I thought about Kob. I had seen ‘Muse’, but I had forgotten that he gotten surgery the next day.”
“I knew that Kobe [Bryant] had done his Achilles, so I looked into right away. I mean literally on the table Monday night, I thought about Kob. I had seen ‘Muse’, but I had forgotten that he gotten surgery the next day.”
Aaron Rodgers on having the same surgeon (Neal ElAttrache)… pic.twitter.com/cICXiHlYJf
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) September 15, 2023
His approach to Achilles surgeries differs from traditional methods. He utilizes a technique known as internal bracing, involving the addition of a sutured “bridge brace” at the repair site. This added support allows athletes to commence physical activity much sooner than usual, expediting their return to the field.
Aaron Rodgers post-surgery update
After his Achilles tendon surgery, New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers shared some good news, calling the procedure a “great” success. He wasted no time and hopped on Instagram the very next day, sharing a photo of himself looking upbeat in a hospital bed, sporting a hospital gown and a cheerful smile.
In this Instagram update, Rodgers gave a shoutout to his esteemed surgeon, Dr. Neal ElAttrache, affectionately calling him the “(GOAT) Dr. (Neal) ElAttrache,” highlighting the surgeon’s exceptional skill and crediting his team for kickstarting his path to recovery. He said, “Thanks to the (GOAT) Dr. (Neal) ElAttrache and his staff for starting me on the road to recovery.”
Aaron Rodgers provides a post-surgery update.
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— ESPN (@espn) September 15, 2023
This marks the second public statement from Rodgers since his unfortunate Achilles injury during his debut with the Jets on Monday Night Football. In his initial statement, he had conveyed being “completely heartbroken” by the injury but hinted at a determined comeback, stating, “The night is darkest before the dawn. And I shall rise yet again.”
Rodgers also used the platform to extend his appreciation to everyone who had reached out to him, expressing deep gratitude for the overwhelming support. He acknowledged the array of messages he had received through various means like calls, texts, DMs, and connections through friends. Despite experiencing a range of emotions, Rodgers conveyed that he was touched and humbled by the love and support. He requested thoughts and prayers as he commenced his healing journey.
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