Johanna Solano, the former Miss Costa Rica and athlete, recently shared details about her recovery following an emergency surgery in South Africa due to a cycling accident.

The incident occurred during a race, resulting in significant complications related to her right knee, which required immediate medical attention.

On March 20, Solano underwent surgery a day after the accident when it was discovered that the wound from her fall had closed without being properly cleaned, leading to further complications.

Solano expressed relief that the issues were detected early, preventing more severe consequences.

In a recent interview, Solano mentioned that pausing her training, which she considers an essential part of her lifestyle, has not been as difficult as she anticipated.

Instead, she views this period as a much-needed break after more than a year without any downtime from training.

However, she acknowledged that daily activities, such as walking normally, have posed more challenges than the absence of her workouts.

Back in her home country of Costa Rica, Solano’s discomfort has decreased, although she continues to face mobility issues.

She reported having a positive outlook on her recovery, attributing her progress to therapy, a supportive family, and faith.

Solano also shared her experience with the antibiotics she was prescribed, noting that they affected her health negatively, as she is not accustomed to taking medication outside of rare circumstances.

She has since discontinued the antibiotics and is utilizing cold therapy and hyperbaric chamber treatments as part of her recovery regimen, with support from her sponsors.

In terms of her public appearances, Solano recently attended the first gala of the show "Nace una Estrella," where she was seen managing her mobility with the aid of a chair while still maintaining an elegant appearance in heels.

She expressed surprise that wearing heels was less painful than expected, noting that they seemed to alleviate discomfort compared to flat shoes.

Solano also conveyed apprehension about driving due to her recovery status, avoiding rapid movements that might stress her knee.

She has received consistent support from her family and her partner, who accompanies her to medical appointments.

In another context, Ronald Matarrita, a player for Liga Deportiva Alajuelense, experienced a scare during a match against Santos when he had to be carried off the field after a collision.

Matarrita had previously injured the same ankle and was understandably concerned about the severity of the new incident.

However, he later confirmed that the injury was not serious and he is expected to be ready for the next game against Guanacasteca.

The player's resilience is underscored by his positive attitude following the incident, expressing relief and readiness to continue competing as part of his commitment to his team.