Healing Doctor

Chapter 633 To win, you must not be afraid to lose.

Lin Jiu did not get the answer he wanted, but after consulting with sports medicine experts at Massachusetts General Hospital, he confirmed that this type of surgery had indeed been performed.

However, for some reason, this "cutting-edge" technique has not been widely implemented and is even unknown to most people.

Is this the technique Ji Xiang was referring to? Lin Jiu had countless questions in his mind.

He silently returned to his office.

The hospital prepared a special, high-standard office for the production team. In Lin Jiu's opinion, all that was missing was a sign outside that read, "Ji Xiang Medical Team."

They were just there to film a variety show, practically just passing through, yet they managed to drastically change the First Affiliated Hospital's attitude in such a short time—that's nothing short of a miracle.

Lin Jiu knew that Ji Xiang was no ordinary person, extremely extraordinary.

"Dr. Ji, Neymar is almost here," Director Fan reminded him.

Lin Jiu felt a little strange knowing that Director Fan had overlooked his presence.

"Xiao Ji, do you think I should sign autographs now, or wait until after the surgery? It seems a bit too hasty to sign now, but I'm afraid they'll leave in a few days after the surgery, and I won't be able to catch them at all."

"The jersey is still in the mail, I didn't bring it. If I had known about this, I would have brought it all. This is really a dilemma. Xiao Ji, can you give me some advice and tell me what to do?"

"Brother Zhao, don't rush, let's wait a bit. It doesn't seem right to ask for an autograph so soon after they arrive." Ji Xiang smiled. "Don't worry, they'll definitely get an autograph, Neymar will definitely give it to them too, it won't be a problem."

In front of the camera, the group arrived at the ward, and Ji Xiang had a very friendly conversation with Neymar, who was sitting in a wheelchair.

Lin Jiu was taken aback by what Ji Xiang said.

Ji Xiang communicated with Neymar in fluent Portuguese, rather than in popular English.

Neymar seemed surprised as well, but he quickly started talking to Ji Xiang as they made their way to the ward.

Before Neymar arrived, Ji Xiang rejected the hospital's opinion, insisting on a "ridiculous" idea—that Neymar was just a patient.

Therefore, only a single room was arranged, and no special accommodation was provided.

After settling Neymar in, his medical team hurriedly took Ji Xiang to inquire about the details of the surgery.

Lin Jiu didn't go. He knew that if he went, what Ji Xiang said would probably be similar to what Dr. Jones said, and he wouldn't understand it either. It would be a miracle if Neymar's medical team could understand it.

He entered the ward, greeted Neymar in English, and then began writing something on a piece of paper. Neymar, meanwhile, was looking at his phone; Lin Jiu glanced at it and knew he was watching Zhao Dali's highlights.

Perhaps Zhao Dali's example is the only reason to bring Neymar here.

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Lin Jiu quickly shook his head.

He walked out of the ward and stood at the door, recalling his conversation with Dr. Jones.

Many sudden stops and starts cause the force in the calf to be transmitted to the taut Achilles tendon, especially in badminton and soccer, where the contact is very obvious.

A sudden stop or step with an excessively large range of motion can overstretch the Achilles tendon, potentially leading to a rupture.

Modern medicine can use various methods to maintain and extend athletes' athletic careers.

In the past, the playing career of a football player could only last until 32 or 3 years old; those over 35 were considered veterans.

But now, there are still many players like 35-year-old Messi who can lead Argentina to victory, and 37- or 8-year-old veterans who still play a core role.

However, while modern medicine can maintain an athlete's condition for a long time and delay aging, it cannot solve the problem of decreased athletic ability after an Achilles tendon rupture.

This is basically a consensus.

Stephen Curry is a miracle, which is why Dr. Jones believes that Stephen Curry's Achilles tendon was blessed by the Archangel.

Lin Jiu stood at the door of the ward, countless pieces of information flashing through his mind.

His expressions were very lively, but unfortunately, others ignored him.

Much later, Ji Xiang and Neymar's medical team came to check on the patients.

Lin Jiu followed quietly behind, rewriting down the surgical procedure that Ji Xiang had previously described on a piece of paper.

After Ji Xiang's visit, Lin Jiu seemed to sense that something had changed. He finished writing the last stroke and raised his eyebrows slightly.

Looking up, Lin Jiuze's pupils shrank, as if he were staring directly at the sun.

"That's how the surgery goes. There's a very high probability it will be successful and it won't affect your participation in next year's World Cup. But if you want to play well, Mr. Neymar, please keep working hard," Ji Xiang said gently, holding the MRI scans after the examination.

Neymar looked somewhat dejected when the word "World Cup" was mentioned.

"Don't worry, anything is possible if you want to." Ji Xiang patted Neymar on the shoulder. "I suggest you have the surgery as soon as possible. The longer you delay, the more complicated the surgery will become."

"But I don't think the surgical procedure you just mentioned is correct. It's just a conjecture, and it's completely impractical," Neymar's medical team director said seriously.

"Although I haven't performed similar surgeries very often, I have two examples," Ji Xiang said. "Moreover..."

He paused for a moment.

"If we were to perform the surgery using conventional methods, it would mean the end of Mr. Neymar's career. In that case, why don't we give it a try?"

"After all, Zhao Dali is playing in Europe now, and I think you have his highlights too."

Neymar's phone is playing a highlight reel of the latest Bundesliga match.

Zhao Dali's extreme speed change and high-flying header goal seemed to confirm what Ji Xiang had said.

"Then let's leave it at that for now." Ji Xiang didn't insist, but smiled slightly. "Let me reiterate my advice—perform the surgery as soon as possible. Early surgery will reduce intraoperative damage and uncertainty."

"And the recovery is also faster."

Ji Xiang didn't say much to Neymar's medical director, but instead bent slightly and said softly, "para Ganhar, você no Pode ter meDo de perder. No TEM meDo de perder, O Resultado no Pode Ganhar. MAS o meDo de perder, perderé um Resultado."

Lin Jiu was taken aback.

He understood a little Portuguese, and through half-listening and half-guessing, he grasped the meaning of Ji Xiang's words: to win, one must not be afraid to lose. Not being afraid to lose doesn't guarantee a win, but being afraid to lose guarantees a loss.

The cheers for the Bundesliga on Neymar's phone were like a tidal wave.

Against this backdrop, Zhao Dali's brilliant goal seemed to amplify the impact of Ji Xiang's advice.

After Ji Xiang finished speaking, he turned and left.

"Dr. Xiao Ji, have they agreed?" Director Fan asked.

"We should still consider this, after all, it involves Neymar's career," Ji Xiang said, making a pointless remark.

Director Fan was getting anxious. He lowered his voice and said, "Dr. Ji, could you please try to persuade him?"

"I need to have a detailed talk with Neymar, but before that, I need him to have a full consideration."

(End of this chapter)