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There has been criticism from supporters after footage showed medics allowing the attacker to put weight on his knee despite having suffered a serious injury.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

When you walk or put weight on a joint, cartilage is gently compressed, pushing fluid out.

From Science Daily • Mar. 4, 2026

“You always put weight on your back. You always move it, no matter how you feel.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2025

He quickly limped off the field, unable to put weight on his right leg.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 30, 2023

Slowly, I put weight on my right leg.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen




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