Former England footballer Rio Ferdinand has revealed that he sometimes uses a wheelchair due to chronic back pain following his retirement. The ex-Manchester United star, who now lives in Dubai with his wife Kate, discussed his struggles in a recent interview.
Ferdinand explained that he suffered injuries during his playing career and relied on tablets and injections for six years to continue playing. He said he experiences severe back pain episodes that can leave him hospitalised or needing a wheelchair for days, often without warning.
The 45-year-old has started seeing a physiotherapist for the first time since retiring, and is taking a holistic approach to his training and health. He hopes this will help him manage his condition better.
Ferdinand also spoke about his motivation to keep working, inspired by his parents. He wants his children to remember him as a hard worker. Meanwhile, his wife Kate has admitted to struggling emotionally with their move to Dubai, finding it difficult being away from family.
