Higuain has lumbar herniated disc
Gonzalo Higuain was examined at Sanitas La Moraleja Hospital on Wednesday morning and diagnosed with a lumbar herniated disc (L5-S1), which causes weakness and radiating numbness. “The player met with a specialist, the coach, the fitness trainer and the entire medical staff. After a period of five to six weeks, during which no improvement was seen, we all agree that he should have surgery. We must now decide what specialist to see for a second opinion, and if we all agree, proceed with the operation. Should this be the case, Higuain will be unable to participate in sports for approximately two months,” commented Dr. Carlos Diez, Chief of Real Madrid’s medical services.