Im Ra-ra, a public figure and wife of Son Min-soo, has revealed the significant emotional distress she experienced following her husband’s anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear. The injury, sustained during a soccer match, led to surgery and a prolonged recovery period, deeply affecting Im Ra-ra.
Son Min-soo’s Injury and Diagnosis
The incident occurred while Son Min-soo was playing soccer amidst his duties as a father of twins. He suffered a tear to his anterior cruciate ligament, prompting an immediate visit to the hospital with Im Ra-ra to assess the severity of the injury. Medical professionals determined that the ligament had completely torn, making natural healing unlikely and necessitating surgical intervention.
During their hospital visit, a nurse’s comment about the difficulty of recovery after surgery, coupled with a question about how the injury occurred, seemed to exacerbate the situation. When Son Min-soo explained he was injured playing soccer, the nurse remarked, “It will tear again even if you have surgery.” This statement, coupled with the grim prognosis, deeply upset Im Ra-ra, who firmly stated, “Min-soo can’t play (soccer).”
Im Ra-ra’s Concerns and Advice
In the car ride home, Im Ra-ra expressed her worries to Son Min-soo. Although the doctor indicated he could walk, she cautioned him against rushing his recovery. “It’s just practice before your knees harden. You shouldn’t be greedy in the short term. You need to focus on rehabilitation,” she advised.
When Son Min-soo expressed a desire to help with childcare, Im Ra-ra reiterated the importance of a long-term perspective. “You need to look at it long-term. Get your mind straight,” she urged, sighing.
She further elaborated on the seriousness of his injury, explaining that a torn ACL is not a common injury and that surgery is complex. Im Ra-ra highlighted the significant costs involved, noting that hospital stays can range from a few days to over a week. She expressed frustration with the surgical process itself, which sometimes involves taking tissue from another part of the body for grafting, potentially causing further damage.
Im Ra-ra shared her personal feelings, stating, “People now think of me as the father of twins. I think there are many wives like me who are upset when their husbands get hurt.” She lamented the situation, noting that many men get injured.
Emotional Aftermath and Self-Blame
Son Min-soo apologized, acknowledging that parents should not get injured. Im Ra-ra responded with deep emotion, “It’s a waste of time when you get hurt when you need to play with the children. You know, in a few months, the children won’t be able to be held by you. You’ll regret it for the rest of your life.”
Most poignantly, Im Ra-ra confessed that she cried for two full days after Son Min-soo’s injury. Her tears stemmed from a mix of emotions: sorrow over his injury, self-reproach for not being more forceful in preventing him from playing soccer, and guilt towards their children.
While Son Min-soo insisted he was not at fault, Im Ra-ra expressed her frustration, saying, “You’re a father. I get angry even when I’m just sleeping.”
Focus on Rehabilitation
The incident underscores the challenges faced by parents, particularly when a significant injury impacts their ability to participate in family life. The focus now shifts to Son Min-soo’s rehabilitation and Im Ra-ra’s emotional support throughout his recovery. The couple’s experience, shared on the YouTube channel ‘Enjoy Couple’, highlights the profound impact of sports injuries on families and the emotional resilience required to navigate such difficult times.
