Spanish rider Álex Márquez was discharged this Monday after undergoing surgery the previous night at the Hospital General de Catalunya. The operation, performed by doctors Anna Carreras, David Benito, and Paula Barragán, stabilized the right collarbone fracture he suffered in a serious accident during the MotoGP race at the Catalan Grand Prix. The procedure involved the insertion of a plate to fix the bone.
Titanium plate: the key technology in the rider's recovery 🏥
Álex Márquez's intervention focused on placing a titanium plate, a common material in sports traumatology due to its strength and lightness. This implant, fixed with screws, allows immediate stabilization of the fracture, reducing immobilization time. The technique used by the medical team aims to minimize soft tissue damage, facilitating a faster recovery. In MotoGP, where the collarbone withstands extreme loads during braking and cornering, the precision of the fit is key to avoiding future displacements.
The plate that will now carry more weight than his bike 🏍️
From now on, Álex Márquez will have a new travel companion: a titanium plate that will probably withstand impacts better than some of his previous crashes. While Ducati engineers adjust the Desmosedici so it doesn't vibrate more than necessary, the rider will have to get used to his right shoulder weighing a few extra grams. The positive side is that, at least, this part doesn't need tire changes or refueling.