Steelers' Polamalu, Giants' Pierce out Nov 21, 2009
PITTSBURGH (AP) Steelers safety Troy Polamalu did not practice all week because of a left knee injury and will not play Sunday in Kansas City ... Polamalu sat out the Steelers' second through fifth games with a ligament tear, only to injure the same knee during an 18-12 loss to Cincinnati on Sunday ... ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. Buffalo's has been ruled out because of a knee injury, meaning the NFL's worst run defense could be without both starting defensive tackles against Jacksonville this weekend. (USA Today -- Sports)
Mizzou Hosts Texas-Pan American Nov 21, 2009
is nearly full strength after off-season knee surgery ; Denmon had surgery to repair a fracture in his knee cap, an injury that limited his jumping ability and lateral quickness. Denmon showed little signs of rust in the opener, as he scored 10 points and grabbed six boards in 21 minutes vs. Tennessee-Martin. (Mutigers.com)
Names & Faces Nov 21, 2009
The seven-time All-Star had microfracture surgery on his left knee in February, but insisted that he's fully recovered ... The Rockets believe McGrady needs more time and would risk hurting his knee again if he comes back too soon. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Running backs can’t drive for 100 against Steelers Nov 21, 2009
Running backs can t drive for 100 against Steelers - Somerset - Daily American. The timeworn expression that the season is a marathon and not a sprint. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Book closes on Iowas Class of 2005 Nov 21, 2009
Richardson was a coveted recruit as well, but persistent knee issues kept him off the field as much as he was on it. He returned as a guard this season and was likely on his way to All-Big Ten honors before hurting his leg against Michigan State. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Big Bears running machine Nov 21, 2009
Chris Putman has been out since the first game with a knee injury. Craig Hall is scheduled for surgery on his knee this week after an injury took him out three weeks ago. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Sex game beatings bring long prison term for former news radio reporter Nov 21, 2009
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Saints RB Bush held out of 3rd straight practice Nov 21, 2009
Bush came out of the St. Louis game with swelling and soreness in his left knee, which was surgically repaired twice in a three-month span a year ago. Saints coach Sean Payton says Bush's knee is bruised and swollen ... He says that happens with a knee that has had surgery. (ESPN -- Football)
The Uga line Nov 21, 2009
Career highlight: Filled in while his injured brother, Uga IV, recovered from knee surgery for four games. Named by former coach Vince Dooley as his all-time favorite Uga because he "came off the bench and got the job done.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
Father-and-son game for the Slaters Nov 21, 2009
No fewer than 13 Patriots were listed as questionable Friday: wide receiver Sam Aiken (hip), linebacker Eric Alexander (groin), tight end Chris Baker (shoulder), linebacker Tully Banta-Cain (groin), nose tackle Ron Brace (ankle), wide receiver Julian Edelman (forearm), defensive end Jarvis Green (knee), center Dan Koppen (knee), offensive tackle Matt Light (knee), running back Sammy Morris (knee), guard Stephen Neal (head), linebacker Rob Ninkovich (knee) and defensive end Ty Warren (ankle).... (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Rockets tell McGrady his return will have to wait Nov 21, 2009
The seven-time All-Star had microfracture surgery on his left knee in February, but insisted that he's fully recovered before Friday night's game against the streaking ... The Rockets believe McGrady needs more time and would risk hurting his knee again if he comes back too soon. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Penguins Notebook: Orpik expects to play Nov 21, 2009
Orpik has not played since getting what is believed to be an injury to his right knee in the Penguins' 3-0 loss Nov. 10 in Boston. He has been practicing with a brace on that knee. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Ejaz Butt denies ruling out Shoaib Akhtar's comeback Nov 21, 2009
During his recent England visit, Butt was quoted by the media as saying that he did not see controversial Akhtar playing for Pakistan again after his knee surgery and liposuction. Meanwhile, the PCB Chairman also said that during the London visit regular captain Younis Khan has conveyed his intention to tour Australia next month. (India Times, India)
UNO holds off SUNO 74-65 Nov 21, 2009
Humphrey, who had knee surgery three weeks ago, was nearly perfect in the first half, scoring 14 points. The Georgia transfer was 4-for-5 on field-goal attempts, 2-of-3 from 3-point range and 4-of-4 from the free-throw line during the first 20 minutes. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Young family is Georgia player's priority Nov 21, 2009
Mr. Washington's on-field career hasn't been what he expected since a knee injury derailed him all of 2008 after he had risen into a starting role the season before. Playing time has been more limited since he returned and switched to linebacker. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Ricky Williams a rushing workhorse again as Dolphins nearly double his carries Nov 21, 2009
He was scheduled to have an MRI on his knee Friday ... That year he also was stepping in for Brown, who had hurt his left knee in Week 7 and missed the rest of the season. (The Palm Beach Post)
Air Marshal Claims Assault by Flight Attendant Nov 21, 2009
According to a complaint filed in Fulton County Superior Court on Oct. 30, U.S. Air Marshal Harold Lamberson had to be helped off the plane and underwent surgery to repair his knee following the July 25, 2008, flight from Vienna, Austria, to Atlanta ... "So he goes and squinches into a seat at the back of the cabin, and his knees are probably sticking out in the aisle a little bit." ... "So on the flight back to Atlanta, she actually rams the beverage cart into his knee so hard it comes up off... (Law.com)
NBA Roundup: Magic, Carter win fourth in a row Nov 21, 2009
Boston didn't have Garnett back then; he was recovering from a knee injury ... Tracy McGrady, who had microfracture surgery on his left knee in February, insists he is recovered, but the Houston Rockets believe he would risk hurting his knee again if he comes back before having an MRI on Monday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Leaving the Folds Nov 21, 2009
Body contouring also leaves long, visible scars: hip to hip, knee to groin, elbow to armpit ... After a long and painful recovery, Baez was left with what she describes as "huge scars" on her thighs, extending from "three inches above the knee all the way to the groin, underneath the buttocks, and the front as well." It's a trade-off, she says. (Yahoo News -- Cosmetic Treatments and Surgery)
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finished with a career-high 19 points, a career-high of his own with 11 points, and also finishing with 11 points making his second appearance after coming back from microscopic knee surgery. Kuksiks describe the environment as being contagious. (Arizona State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Stanback has landed on his feet with Patriots Nov 21, 2009
He injured his knee during organized team activities. He never allowed the thought that his career was slipping away to enter his mind. (Boston Globe)
Should you feel guilty? Nov 21, 2009
Commentary by Jim KneeFor The Daily News ... Jim Knee of Kelso is currently studying electronics at ITT Tech in Portland ... LBW wrote on Nov 16, 2009 2:20 PM:" Well done Mr. Knee! I am sick and tired of people saying "you got yours" anytime an article in the news talks about raising taxes for some social program,or health care and I object. I like Mr. Knee worked mya$$ off to "get it".Now those of you who don't have it get your a$$es out there and earn "yours". ". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Science makes strange bedfellows Nov 21, 2009
"But at that time, no company was willing to manufacture the product. So I got a manufacturer's licence in my name." Today, his department produces a wide range of products - an in vitro culture of cartilage cells that can be implanted in the knee with bovine collagen to make knee replacement less invasive is just one of them. There are transparent collagen bandages that can be used by ophthalmic surgeons after surgery so that the doctor can see how the eye is healing. (India Times, India)
Goodell’s concussion plan riles NFLPA Nov 21, 2009
Polamalu out Steelers safety Troy Polamalu did not practice all week because of a left knee injury and will not play in Kansas City ... The Bills placed linebacker Keith Ellison (quadriceps) on injured reserve and announced that defensive tackle Marcus Stroud (knee) will not play against the Jaguars ... Eagles linebacker Akeem Jordan (knee) is out for tomorrow night s game at Chicago. (Boston Globe)
Team Conners clicks into gear after fall guy Clarry sent for aspell Nov 21, 2009
I pulled tendon muscle off my knee, they had to operate and attach it back to my right knee,'' Conners said. I've got to keep it up. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Rams' You to miss rest of season with knee injury Nov 20, 2009
ST. LOUIS (AP) -- St. Louis Rams defensive end C.J. Ah You has been lost for the season with a knee injury. Coach Steve Spagnuolo said Thursday that Ah You will be placed on injured reserve -- the ninth Ram this season and the third defensive lineman following Adam Carriker and Gary Gibson. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Big Bears running machine Nov 20, 2009
Chris Putman has been out since the first game with a knee injury. Craig Hall is scheduled for surgery on his knee this week after an injury took him out three weeks ago. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
• JDHS's Johnson signs with UAF Nov 20, 2009
" Johnson is currently recovering from a torn ACL, which happened in late July during an AAU game. But it won't keep her on the shelf much longer. She already is close to being back on the court after having surgery in early August, and Johnson hopes to be practicing in December and playing by the time the Crimson Bears head to Colorado on a road trip Jan. 20-23. "She won't have the green light to go until January," Knight said. "Right now, she's just rehabilitating the knee. She's able to run,... (Juneau Empire)
Vols fighting through injuries Nov 20, 2009
That s why he fought through a knee injury during the second half in a 42-17 loss to Mississippi last week ... Rogers, who has already taken a redshirt season, tore a knee ligament in early July ... He recently started participating in light practice drills and said his knee has felt good in the past few weeks. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Hulking Hogan still controversial Nov 20, 2009
Amazingly Hogan looks in pretty good shape despite the barrage of injuries: back and elbow surgeries, a knee replacement, a hip replacement. But they have taken some toll, and he can only compete for 35-40 minutes these days. (The Age, Australia)
Irish Travel To Sixth-Ranked Michigan State To Face Red-Hot Spartans On Thursday night. Nov 20, 2009
The 6-2, 187-pound goaltender missed all of last season due to a knee injury suffered in the preseason that required surgery. Phillips, who made five starts in his freshman year (2007-08) and was 4-1-0 with a 1. (Und.com)
Ex-Vandal charges up Cougs' low-post presence Nov 20, 2009
Coming off a knee injury and a year on the sidelines after transferring in from Idaho, the Washington State junior forward has showed no signs of rust in the Cougar womens basketball teams first three outings of the season ... She was out for a long time because of the knee surgery and the transfer rule but shes one of those kids who took advantage of being on the sideline being a student of the game, Daugherty said. (Cougfan.com)
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MADISON - At his weekly Thursday meeting with the press, Wisconsin head coach Bret Bielema acknowledged that sophomore right tackle Josh Oglesby will undergo surgery on his knee and be out two to four weeks. There is an outside shot he can return for the Hawaii game. (Wisconsin Sports -- Rivals.com)
Early peek at the 2010 NFL draft Nov 20, 2009
He suffered a pectoral injury last spring, which required surgery, and a knee injury ended his season last week. Jones will undergo surgery to repair his knee and hopes to be ready to play in the Senior Bowl in January ... A slider in Week 4, Wootton is starting to revert back to form as his surgically repaired knee becomes healthier. (CNN)
The Uga line Nov 20, 2009
Career highlight: Filled in while his injured brother, Uga IV, recovered from knee surgery for four games. Named by former coach Vince Dooley as his all-time favorite Uga because he "came off the bench and got the job done.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
Woman pinned under car loses leg (6) Nov 20, 2009
The statement said her lower left leg was crushed below the knee and doctors were unable to save it. After a pair of surgeries she is recovering in the ICU.. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Should you feel guilty? Nov 20, 2009
Commentary by Jim KneeFor The Daily News ... Jim Knee of Kelso is currently studying electronics at ITT Tech in Portland ... LBW wrote on Nov 16, 2009 2:20 PM:" Well done Mr. Knee! I am sick and tired of people saying "you got yours" anytime an article in the news talks about raising taxes for some social program,or health care and I object. I like Mr. Knee worked mya$$ off to "get it".Now those of you who don't have it get your a$$es out there and earn "yours". ". (Longview Daily News, WA)
One player happy to be back on the floor Nov 20, 2009
BACK Bucknell guard/forward Stephen Tyree is back in action after missing the entire season last year with a knee injury ... Tyree missed 2008-2009 season with knee injury ... Tyree missed his entire junior season with a knee injury, though he stayed with his team throughout, serving as a vocal leader for the Bison in their first year under then-new head coach Dave Paulsen. (Bucknellbison.com)
Stiegler hurts left knee in giant slalom training Nov 20, 2009
- U.S. skier Resi Stiegler injured her left knee when she crashed after hooking a gate during giant slalom training Thursday ... She crashed in Lienz, Austria, in December 2007, fracturing her left arm and damaging ligaments in her right knee. (MSNBC -- Sports)
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20, 2009 - 11:45 AM ET - QB - Baylor BearsBaylor quarterback Robert Griffin will have surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee on Tuesday ... 19, 2009 - 9:35 PM ET - RB - Arizona WildcatsArizona running backs Nic Grigsby (shoulder) and Keola Antolin (undisclosed) as well as wide receiver Bug Wright (knee) are questionable against Standford this Saturday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Nationals' Strasburg scratched with knee injury Nov 20, 2009
Washington Nationals' Stephen Strasburg scratched with knee injury - ESPN ... Nats' Strasburg has twisted left knee ... WASHINGTON -- The say No. 1 overall draft pick has a twisted left knee and is being scratched from his start in the Arizona Fall League championship game. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Game Scout, Week 11: Chargers vs. Broncos Nov 20, 2009
--RB , who was limited in Wednesday's practice with a knee injury, didn't practice at all Thursday ... Merriman, after sitting out Wednesday, was able to go while resting a sore foot as he comes back from knee surgery. (ChargersUpdate.com)
900-Pound Man Dies after Cut from Chair Nov 20, 2009
South Carolina Man Had Been in Medical Chair for 9 months Following Knee Injury, Died from Cardiac Arrest ... His wife Ada Webb says he hurt his knee and could no longer walk ... When he hurt his knee he should have gone to the ER or urgent care even without insurance they have to give care. (CBS News)
New faces riding high in AMA Toyota Motocross Nov 20, 2009
Stewart, who clamed his first AMA Supercross title this year, was supposed to lead the way, and he did before hyperextending his left knee at Washougal (Wash. Motocross Park on July 29. (Yahoo News -- Motorcycle Racing)
Nowitzki's 41 Points Lead Mavs Over Spurs Nov 20, 2009
Thomas made his debut for Dallas after sitting out the first 11 games while he completed his recovery from offseason surgery on his right knee. Thomas, who finished with two points in 14 minutes, was signed as a free agent on July 28. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Williams powers Dolphins past Panthers Nov 20, 2009
Reggie Bush has missed two practices as the Saints try to rest their running back s left knee, the same knee Bush had surgery on last December to repair cartilage ... St. Louis defensive end C.J. Ah You will be placed on the injured reserve with a knee injury - the ninth Ram this season and the third defensive lineman. (Boston Globe)
A few more observations from Bird’s nest Nov 20, 2009
Larry s most controversial stuff appears on Page 151 when he rips Cedric Maxwell for not working hard to come back from knee surgery during the failed championship run of 1985. He got his money and he quit, said Bird. (Boston Globe)
Being the underdog never deters a driven Brown Nov 20, 2009
He remains a physical specimen despite knee surgery after a cycling accident and enjoys talking about his physical prowess. Of his recent physical test at the Army National Guard, where he has served for 30 years, he said: I maxed it. (Boston Globe)
Hoops Recruiting: Cobbins Back In Action Nov 20, 2009
Date: Nov 16, 2009 Oklahoma State basketball signee Mike Cobbins suffered a horrifying knee injury that one witness described as the scariest moment of the summer. But the 6-9, 215-pound has recovered from the dislocated kneecap injury, and subsequent surgery to repair a tendon tear and a medial meniscus tear. (The Insiders -- Texas Prep)
Gauchos Finish Season at Home, Will Honor Saraceno on Saturday Nov 20, 2009
54 kills per set, suffered a deep gash in her right knee when she collided with Cal Poly's scorer's table on Nov. 7 and had to be taken to the hospital where she received six stitches ... After missing all of 2008 with a knee injury, has hardly missed a beat in her return. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
Leaving the Folds Nov 20, 2009
Body contouring also leaves long, visible scars: hip to hip, knee to groin, elbow to armpit ... After a long and painful recovery, Baez was left with what she describes as "huge scars" on her thighs, extending from "three inches above the knee all the way to the groin, underneath the buttocks, and the front as well." It's a trade-off, she says. (Yahoo News -- Cosmetic Treatments and Surgery)
Ronaldo still on sidelines for Real Madrid Nov 20, 2009
Madrid defender Raul Albiol may not be at the Bernabeu after hurting his left knee in Spain's 5-1 win at Austria on Wednesday, while former coach Miguel Angel Portugal was rehired Thursday to lead Santander after it fired Juan Carlos Mandia following a seven-game winless streak. Barcelona plays at Athletic Bilbao to begin a run of seven matches in three weeks before traveling to the United Arab Emirates to play at the Club World Cup. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
How Humanlike Was 'Ardi'? Nov 20, 2009
Even though hundreds of bones were uncovered, the species still lacks a knee joint. "I think a knee joint would seal the deal one way or another," Begun says. (Scientific American)
Young family is player's priority Nov 20, 2009
Mr. Washington's on-field career hasn't been what he expected since a knee injury derailed him all of 2008 after he had risen into a starting role the season before. Playing time has been more limited since he returned and switched to linebacker. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Game Preview: Miami at Carolina Nov 20, 2009
-- Sparano also said he expected outside linebacker (knee) to start on Thursday despite an ESPN report claiming Porter would not only miss that game but not be back in the lineup anytime soon. Sparano said he planned to continue rotating his deep group of outside linebackers (including , , and ) even with Porter back from a coach-imposed benching Sunday for reasons the team has yet to explain. (DolphinDigest.com)
Hoops Notebook: Cronin takes a step back Nov 20, 2009
"Freshman big man Jordan Morgan, meanwhile, has been cleared to practice following an offseason knee surgery."He can go full court, so today will be one of the first days he'll go full court. We'll see how he does," said Beilein.? Beilein wasn't surprised in the least by Harris's triple double against Northern Michigan."He can manufacture his own double in points and rebounds, but you can't manufacture assists. (Michigan Sports -- Rivals.com)
MAKO Surgical Corp. to Present at the 21st Annual Piper Jaffray Health Care Conference Nov 20, 2009
MAKO Surgical Corp. is a medical device company that markets both its RIO(R) Robotic-Arm Interactive Orthopedic system and its proprietary RESTORIS(R) implants for minimally invasive orthopedic knee procedures. The MAKO RIO is a surgeon-interactive tactile surgical platform that incorporates a robotic arm and patient-specific visualization technology and prepares the knee joint for the insertion and alignment of MAKO's resurfacing RESTORIS implants through a minimal incision ... The FDA-cleared... (Primezone Releases)
H.S. Football playoff previews Nov 20, 2009
"I live week to week with blinders on. With this game and it's importance, I don't know how they could spend time thinking about anybody else." Cape Coral senior RB Spencer Boyd has a knee injury, but Goebbel did not rule him out of action. If Boyd doesn't play, the Seahawks will turn to senior Jeremy Davis (63 carries for 697 yards and 12 TDs) or junior Pevin Lewis. (The News-Press -- Sports)
Read today's letters to the editor Nov 20, 2009
From these struggles we have won the right and duty to never bend the knee to any foreign ruler or nation ... Now, twice in 10 months an American president has bowed the knee to a foreigner. (The News-Press -- Opinion)
WPIAL Class AAAA: Healthy Gray shows his colors Nov 20, 2009
But Gray injured a knee as a sophomore. He played a few games as a junior, but after incurring a head injury in the middle of the season doctors recommended that he not play the rest of the year. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Saints RB Bush misses two practices this week Nov 20, 2009
Bush misses practice to rest knee ... -- has missed two practices this week as the try to rest their running back's left knee ... It's the same knee Bush had surgery on last December to repair cartilage. (ESPN -- Football)
Book closes on Iowas Class of 2005 Nov 20, 2009
Richardson was a coveted recruit as well, but persistent knee issues kept him off the field as much as he was on it. He returned as a guard this season and was likely on his way to All-Big Ten honors before hurting his leg against Michigan State. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
November Veteran of the Month ~George Pina~ Nov 20, 2009
George was wounded when a fellow solder stepped on a land mine and shrapnel hit George's knee. Later, when a cast was removed from his leg, the knee would not bend ... He stood on the bed and jumped on the back of my knee. (Fort Stockton Pioneer, TX)
Scientists prepare to turn fiction into fact with first full-face transplant Nov 20, 2009
Hands have been transplanted, as well as thighs and knee bones, and a one-month-old baby girl survived a hand and arm transplant. Transplants of kidneys, lungs, hearts and other tissue are now routine: the only constraint is a shortage of donors. (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
Surgery Not Linked to Memory Problems in Older Patients Nov 20, 2009
(July 16, 2008) Older adults who have hip or knee replacement surgery for severe osteoarthritis may take several weeks to recover but appear to have excellent long-term. . (Science Daily)
