Sami Zayn Seeks Stem Cell Treatment for Wrestling Injuries

One big thing: WWE Superstar Sami Zayn undergoes stem cell therapy

Former WWE Intercontinental Champion Sami Zayn is receiving stem cell treatment in Cancun, Mexico, for injuries accumulated over his 20-year wrestling career.

• Zayn was spotted at RejuvStem clinic alongside fellow WWE wrestler Ivar of the Viking Raiders.
• The treatment aims to address “a career’s worth of nagging injuries,” according to RejuvStem.
• This comes after Zayn lost his Intercontinental Championship to Bron Breakker at WWE SummerSlam.

Why it matters

Zayn’s treatment highlights the physical toll of professional wrestling and the lengths performers go to extend their careers. It also signals a potential shift in WWE’s plans for Zayn following his title loss.

By the numbers

• Zayn has been wrestling professionally for over 20 years.
• He held the Intercontinental Championship for 212 days before losing it at SummerSlam.

What they’re saying

RejuvStem commented on the surprise of seeing well-known faces at their clinic:

“You never know who is going to show up here at RejuvStem Cancun! … At this stage of their respective careers, both IVAR as well as SAMI recognize the importance of taking care of their bodies so they can continue performing for the WWE Universe for years to come.”

What’s next

WWE fans will be watching closely to see how this treatment impacts Zayn’s in-ring performance and what storylines the company has planned for him upon his return.

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