Weakly Retort Nov 15, 2009
I can only assume that mean ol Mr. Altitude crept up on the Aggies late in the second half and slit their Achilles tendon with one of those old things people actually use to shave with. Note to self: Never just plug razor blade into Yahoo images again. (RaiderPower.com)
Milwaukee Mayor Barrett enters governor's race Nov 15, 2009
The hand will be wrapped in gauze for several months, and he said he was unsure whether he would need surgery to repair a tendon or reposition a finger. He has also been pushing a controversial proposal that would allow him as mayor to take over control of the struggling Milwaukee school district. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
* Sports Briefs Nov 14, 2009
The 2004 Athens Olympic champion led from the start late on Thursday to win his second competition since returning from surgery on an Achilles tendon injury that kept him out of last years Beijing Games. The win automatically qualifies Liu for next years World Athletics Championships. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Agent expects strong market for pitcher Sheets Nov 14, 2009
Agent Casey Close said that Sheets is doing "very well" in his rehab from flexor tendon surgery and plans to be 100 percent by the start of spring training ... Sheets was on the verge of signing an incentive-laden contract with Texas just before spring training when an MRI exam confirmed the torn flexor tendon in his right elbow ... In 2004, , then 32, had flexor tendon surgery performed by Dr. James Andrews, the same doctor who later operated on Sheets. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Mangini Defends Practice Approach Nov 14, 2009
On another front involving practice methods, Mangini addressed the issue involving second-year pro , a practice squad defensive lineman from Eastern Washington who tore his patella tendon on Thursday in the post-practice opportunity period and will have surgery on Monday. He said the extra work, which he has seen used the last 16 years on staffs hes either led or served on, allows players on the practice squad or at the end of the regular roster the chance to volunteer to participate in... (BerniesInsiders.com)
Cardinals Major League Notebook: 11/13/09 Nov 14, 2009
DeRosa is coming off surgery to repair a torn tendon sheath near his left wrist. --OF was hitting. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Liu Xiang wins his third ATF hurdles title Nov 14, 2009
The 2004 Athens Olympic champion led from the start late on Thursday to win his second competition since returning from surgery on an Achilles tendon injury that kept him out of the 2008 Beijing Games. I had hoped to run faster, but due to todays weather, it was better to be steady, Liu Xiang said. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Sheets focused on 2010 return to action Nov 14, 2009
Sheets nearly signed with the Rangers last winter before concerns about his elbow scuttled the deal, and in February Sheets underwent surgery to fix a torn flexor tendon ... Questions about his health re-emerged this week when Brewers general manager Doug Melvin told a reporter at the GM Meetings in Chicago that, "nobody has heard from Ben." But according to the ESPN report, Sheets and his advisers could use Yankees lefty Andy Pettitte as an example of a pitcher returning from a flexor tendon... (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Lidge has elbow surgery, could start spring late Nov 13, 2009
According to The Philadelphia Inquirer, Phillies closer Brad Lidge had successful surgery Wednesday to fix the problem with his flexor pronator tendon and remove a loose body in the pitching elbow. The team expects Lidge to begin throwing in eight weeks. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Red Bull duo Kandji, Coundoul both have surgery Nov 13, 2009
The MLS team said Thursday that doctors removed a small cyst and repaired a small tear in the patella tendon in Coundoul's left knee. The operation was performed Tuesday, and his recovery time is expected to be six to eight weeks. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
They Will Be Gunning For Cubs Nov 13, 2009
What fans should watch is his mobility after he suffered an Achilles tendon injury in an auto accident in January. Whatever happens at second and third, the Cardinals should have improved offense at shortstop with , who hit only. (Milwaukee, TheInsiders.com)
Hidden Danger Lurks In Glass Topped Tables Nov 13, 2009
911 tape: "My husband just fell through the glass table and hes bleeding really badly on his wrist.Paramedics rushed Doug to the emergency room. He was given 22 stitches, including four in his chest.Doug: "By the grace of God, it didn't hit a main artery or sever a tendon in me. I got off lucky in that sense. (KIRO TV, WA)
Wulff blasts coaches trying to poach verbals Nov 13, 2009
Wulff said Karstetter has played throughout the season despite a torn tendon in his thumb that will require surgery. Karstetter has the thumb taped before every game. (Cougfan.com)
Athletics: China's Liu Xiang wins third Asian hurdles title Nov 13, 2009
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School Sports May Spell Trouble for Ankles Nov 12, 2009
"In addition, children may be anatomically predisposed to injury due to growth plate attachment to tendons, causing a stress reaction through the growth plate, which, for example, happens at the attachment of the Achilles' tendon to the heel bone.". If a child or teen does have an ankle injury, the orthopedists recommend the following steps, known as the R.I.C.E. (Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate) guidelines. (MEDLINEplus)
Insider: Analysts' MVP picks split Brees, Favre, Manning Nov 12, 2009
Favre, 16 TDs, three interceptions, surgically-repaired biceps tendon leads to best start of 19-year career. "When you look at the throws Brett's making and the catches his guys are making, they are truly having a magical year," Theismann said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Johnson kept to the healing road Nov 12, 2009
Blowing out the major support tendon behind his left heel ended Johnson's season and had a strongly adverse affect on a team that wound up 16-16 ... Murphy assured Johnson that the surgically repaired tendon would be better than new and wouldn't pose a problem. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Hobbs placed on IR Nov 12, 2009
Fellow running back Jonathan Stewart also sat out, but has routinely missed Wednesday workouts to rest his sore Achilles tendon. Quinn back as Browns QB Benched by coach Eric Mangini just 2 1/2 games and 69 pass attempts into the season, Brady Quinn will start at quarterback for the Browns in Monday night s game against the Ravens, the team he was facing Sept. 27 when the former Notre Dame star was yanked at halftime. (Boston Globe)
Richardson announces AFL retirement Nov 12, 2009
The forward's season ended after round six this year when he ruptured a hamstring tendon, which required surgery and a long rehabilitation process. As little as two months ago Richardson was confident he could line up for a first season under new coach Damien Hardwick, and this week Tigers skipper Chris Newman said his teammate was progressing well in his light training. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Lidge has successful elbow surgery Nov 12, 2009
PHILADELPHIA -- The Phillies said closer Brad Lidge had successful surgery on Wednesday to repair his flexor pronator tendon and should be throwing within eight weeks. Lidge also had a loose body removed from his right elbow. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
BenReiterInside Baseball The Class of '09's top 50 free agents, and the best fit for each. Nov 11, 2009
Sheets almost went to the Rangers last winter, but a two-year deal was scuttled when it was revealed in February that he would have to undergo surgery to repair a torn flexor tendon in his elbow. The Rangers still need pitching, and Sheets still needs a job. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Three more Sooners out for season with injuries Nov 11, 2009
English was scheduled to have surgery on an injured ankle tendon Tuesday, and Eldridge is out the rest of the year with a neck injury ... "[Trainer] Scott Anderson's never seen a fractured heel. The tendon that Auston English is having operating on later today, he's never seen that tendon -- that ever happen in all his years of training. Brody's situation, it's actually with his neck, he's never had before.". (ESPN -- College Football)
Bearcats stay with Collaros Nov 11, 2009
Defensive end Auston English was scheduled to have surgery on an injured ankle tendon and team captain Brody Eldridge's year ended with a neck injury. Quarterback Sam Bradford and tight end Jermaine Gresham had season-ending surgeries earlier this year. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Sooners G Eldridge, DE English done for season Nov 11, 2009
Defensive end Auston English was scheduled to have surgery on an injured ankle tendon Tuesday and team captain Brody Eldridge is out the rest of the year with a neck injury. Stoops had initially described it as a shoulder sprain. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Amaro's focus is third base, pitching Nov 11, 2009
The Official Site of the Philadelphia Phillies. Amidst Halladay report, Feliz likely to be replaced. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Brewers add infielder Heether to roster Nov 10, 2009
Weeks, expected back next year as Milwaukee's leadoff hitter, underwent surgery in early May to repair a tendon sheath in his left wrist and has now had both wrists surgically repaired. Riske lost the whole season to Tommy John elbow ligament replacement surgery on his right elbow and will be entering the final season of a three-year contract. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Menino has successful knee surgery Nov 10, 2009
90-minute procedure repairs mayor s tendon after fall Sunday ... Menino, 66, was recovering at Brigham and Women s Hospital last night after the operation to repair a severed tendon in his left knee ... He may need to use crutches for several weeks, said orthopedic surgeon Dr. Thomas Thornhill, who reattached the tendon without incident during the roughly 90-minute surgery yesterday. (Boston Globe)
Mayor Menino OK after emergency knee surgery Nov 10, 2009
This morning Mayor Thomas M. Menino underwent surgery at Brigham and Women s Hospital to repair a torn quadriceps tendon on his left knee ... We were able to repair the tendon directly back to the bone and did not have to use any supplemental material. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Putz, Pavano join growing list of 120 free agents Nov 8, 2009
Closer will have surgery Wednesday to remove a loose body from his right elbow, and team physician Dr. Michael Ciccotti will evaluate his right flexor/pronator tendon. On Monday, outfielder will have a sports hernia repaired and left-hander will have loose bodies removed from his left elbow. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Lidge to have surgery on pitching elbow Nov 8, 2009
He will also have his right flexor tendon evaluated ... Lidge's agent Rex Gary expects him to be ready for the start of spring training, but his rehab could be longer if treatment is required on his flexor tendon. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Phils' Lidge, Ibanez, Eyre scheduled for surgery Nov 8, 2009
Lidge is scheduled to have a loose body removed and Dr. Michael Ciccotti also will evaluate his right flexor/pronator tendon. General manager Ruben Amaro Jr. also announced Saturday night that outfielder and reliever will have surgery on Monday. (ESPN -- Baseball)
KP to boost England Nov 8, 2009
Pietersen has been recuperating from surgery to his right Achilles tendon - an injury that forced him to miss the last three Tests of this summer's Ashes - but will link up with the team shortly. During his absence England struggled during the NatWest series against Australia, but improved considerably in the Champions Trophy, where they reached the semi-finals. (iAfrica.com)
Gators Report: Blog updates Nov 8, 2009
Florida basketball coach ruptures Achilles tendon Posted October 26, 2009 by Scott Butherus Updated Oct 26, 2009 at 06:10 PM ... Butler, who led the Gators to the NCAA tournament last season in her third season, ruptured her left Achilles tendon playing flag football Saturday. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Phillies' Ibanez, Lidge, Eyre to have surgery Nov 8, 2009
Lidge, 32, is scheduled for surgery Wednesday to remove a loose body from his right elbow and will also have his right flexor/pronator tendon evaluated. Phillies team physician Dr. Michael Ciccotti will perform the surgery. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Sheets planning big return in 2010 Nov 7, 2009
He missed all of 2009 after undergoing surgery in February to repair a torn flexor tendon in his right arm, but a member of Sheets' camp said he is participating in a flat-ground throwing program and is planning to be "more than ready to go" when the 2010 season begins ... Sheets, who debuted with the Brewers in 2001 and by 2008 was the player with the longest tenure with the club, worked much of the second half of the 2008 season with elbow pain and only revealed the torn flexor tendon in... (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Sanders' return to Colts comes to end Nov 7, 2009
Indianapolis Colts safety Bob Sanders has torn biceps tendon, out for season as injuries hit secondary - ESPN ... Indianapolis Colts safety Bob Sanders suffered a torn biceps tendon and will require season-ending surgeryTags ... safety will have surgery for a torn biceps tendon and is lost for the season, the latest in a torrent of injuries that has swept through the Colts' secondary. (ESPN -- Football)
Tackle Letuli not expected to return Nov 7, 2009
He is suffering from an injury to the tendon behind his left kneecap ... The procedure is intended to strengthen the tendon. (Honolulu Advertiser)
NFL Notebook: Colts lose 2 key defensive backs Nov 7, 2009
He missed the entire 2004 season with a right knee injury and was limited to four games last year by a right Achilles' tendon injury. Giants. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
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Zach Graham, who played last season with a partially torn patella tendon and had offseason surgery to repair it, turned a steal into a conventional 3-point play. Then Murphy Holloway made a steal in the open court and converted in transition with a thunderous dunk, and just like that, the Rebels led by 25 points with 11 minutes to go. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Rangers in market for right-handed bat Nov 6, 2009
But the deal was voided when it was discovered that Sheets needed surgery to repair a torn flexor tendon. He did not sign with anybody but spent the entire season doing rehabilitation work. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Not There Right Now Nov 6, 2009
Hes got a torn ligament in his elbow and hes got a torn tendon. He wont be until he has it fixed. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
BC’s McGovern keeps it simple Nov 6, 2009
He had to adjust to a new look at linebacker, as Mark Herzlich (cancer) and Mike McLaughlin (Achilles tendon) were missing from the lineup, a fact of life that sped up the insertion of true freshman Luke Kuechly into the mix. He had to factor in a new starter at strong safety as Marcellus Bowman replaced veteran Paul Anderson. (Boston Globe)
City Insider Nov 5, 2009
Except in cases of medical necessity, the law would prohibit both the removal of cats' claws and tendenectomies - the removal of a piece of tendon that allows cats to extend their claws. The ban passed 9-2, with Michela Alioto-Pier and Sean Elsbernd in opposition. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Wizards' Miller sprains left shoulder Nov 5, 2009
Guard Javaris Crittenton had surgery on his left foot on Oct. 23 and is expected to miss another month with a strained tendon in the foot. Forward Antwan Jamison has not played this season after injuring his right shoulder in the preseason. (MSNBC -- Sports)
BrantJamesInside Nascar Crown him now? Not so fast. Here's how J.J. could lose. Nov 5, 2009
A Grand Am race: Johnson required surgery to repair tendon and nerve damage after gashing the middle finger of his left hand trying to cut a hole in his firesuit during the Rolex 24 at Daytona sports car race in January. He admitted the digit was itchy and twitchy even weeks afterward, although he was able to work around the injury once Speed Weeks began. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
CONFERENCE CAPSULES Nov 5, 2009
San Diego tumbled to sixth in the league last season when point guard Brandon Johnson went down with a torn Achilles' tendon early, but he received a medical redshirt year and hopes to lead the Toreros back toward the upper division. Saint Mary's, with veteran C Omar Samhan, could also contend. (USA Today -- Sports)
Tigers' Inge Has Surgery Nov 5, 2009
The procedure, performed Tuesday by Dr. Stephen Lemos at the Detroit Medical Center, involved the debridement and repair of the patellar tendon in both his left and right knees. Inge was bothered by chronic patellar tendinitis in his knees during the 2009 season. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Groin injury latest of Favres maladies Nov 5, 2009
The team actually has done a pretty good job of keeping Favre healthy he was not sacked against the Packers and his right arm continues to be extremely strong after he had surgery to repair a torn biceps tendon last spring. NOTES. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Regarding Yankees’ Wang, it all pivoted on his foot Nov 5, 2009
He appeared headed for another successful season in 2008 before tearing a tendon and a ligament in his right foot while running the bases during an interleague game in Houston June 15. Wang missed the rest of that season and was not the same pitcher when he returned this season, going 1-6 with a 9. (Boston Globe)
Living with children Nov 4, 2009
At the age of 40, with a biceps tendon that had been surgically repaired and a rotator cuff that remains partially torn in his throwing arm, the odds were probably against him. But with less than three minutes remaining and his team trailing by a point, Favre scrambled to his 21-yard line and let fly. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Deng, Bulls rally to beat Bucks 83-81 Nov 4, 2009
He expects to miss about two weeks after straining a tendon in his left knee during Saturday s home opener against Detroit. Even with their star sidelined, the Bucks were in position to pull this one out. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Vikings say hello to a good bye Nov 3, 2009
" Favre has also been on the injury report this year with hip, foot, ankle and knee injuries, and he had surgery in the offseason to complete a partial tear of his biceps tendon and also said that surgery revealed that he had a partially torn rotator cuff. None of that has kept the 40-year-old quarterback out of action, but he has hobbled around after particularly physical games earlier this season. Childress is giving players the rest of the week off, starting Tuesday. Its essentially the... (VikingUpdate.com)
Florida suspends Spikes for half-game Nov 3, 2009
NBA Bucks Redd to miss at least 2 weeks Bucks guard Michael Redd is out for at least two weeks after straining a tendon in his left knee during Milwaukee s home opener. Redd tore two ligaments in the same knee Jan. 24 and missed the rest of last season. (Boston Globe)
* Chinas Liu stirs frenzy with post-victory strip BB|a Nov 3, 2009
Lius win was his first since coming back from surgery on an Achilles tendon that kept him from running at last years Beijing Olympics, where he had been promoted as an icon of Chinese sports. The win and his post-surgery best race time of 13. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Getting a ‘jump' on healing tennis elbow Nov 3, 2009
Marc Pietropaoli injects platelets taken from Peter Soderberg's own blood and then spun in a centrifuge as a treatment for injured tendons in his elbow at Victory Sports Medicine and Orthopedics in Skaneateles on Tuesday, Oct. 27 ... Actually called lateral epicondylitis, the condition is an inflammation of the upper arm tendon cause by repeated motion ... A relatively new treatment allows surgeons to use someone's blood as a way to help the tendon heal. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
NBA ROUNDUP Kings' Martin has 48 in OT win Nov 3, 2009
Bucks guard Michael Redd is out for at least two weeks after straining a tendon in his left knee. Hall of Famer Bill Walton won't return as an analyst for ESPN. Walton said that "it is time to dedicate the rest of my life to service." He missed most of last season while recovering from back surgery. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
With Lambeau hype over, Favre can focus on Vikes' Super hope Nov 3, 2009
"He's hoping the May (biceps tendon) surgery on his throwing arm holds up. But he's taken a lot of hits, and he's played a lot of years. That takes its tolls. "He got chopped down in his knees against the Steelers and was down for about 20 seconds, and I wondered if he'd get up. But somehow he does. (USA Today -- Sports)
Bucks G Redd to miss two weeks Nov 3, 2009
(Sports Network) - Milwaukee Bucks guard Michael Redd suffered a strained left patella tendon in Saturday's 96-85 victory over Detroit, and will miss at least the next two weeks of action. The 30-year-old Redd played over 23 minutes in the win before leaving in the third quarter with left knee soreness. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Digital 'Plaster' For Monitoring Vital Signs Undergoes First Clinical Trials Nov 3, 2009
(May 19, 2009) The two ends of a ruptured Achilles tendon are often stitched together before the leg is put in plaster, in order to reduce the risk of the tendon rupturing again. However, new research now suggests. (Science Daily)
Childress, McCarthy forever linked by Brett Favre Nov 1, 2009
"Rodgers threw for more than 4,000 yards with 28 touchdowns and 13 interceptions in his first full season as a starter and is off to another impressive start this year. He has the second-highest rating in the league, behind only Peyton Manning, and has thrown for 604 yards and five touchdowns in the last two weeks.There were just as many skeptics when Childress picked Favre up from the airport in the middle of training camp in August to join the Vikings.Favre was coming off surgery to alleviate... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Pietersen pads up again as tour of South Africa beckons Nov 1, 2009
KEVIN PIETERSEN has had his first bat since July after surgery to his right Achilles tendon and looked as though he had never been away. Facing man and machine for an hour in the Lord's nets on Friday, Pietersen belted and carved away in typical fashion as he dusted off three months of frustration. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Cardinals Major League Notebook: 10/31/09 Nov 1, 2009
--INF had surgery to repair a torn tendon sheath in his left wrist. DeRosa, a potential free agent, will be ready for spring training, although general manager John Mozeliak has said that St. Louisan would get a real shot to win the third base job next spring. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Woman sues sheriff after deputy's dog attacks her Nov 1, 2009
Jessica Brister, 20, had lacerations and tendon damage after the dog bit her arm, the lawsuit says. She still attends therapy to recover from the July 14 bite, said Sandra Brister, her mother. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Cavsget first win Oct 31, 2009
Bothered by a sore Achilles tendon this month, Jefferson has played 25 minutes in each of the first two games. The key will be how he feels the day after. (MSNBC -- Sports)
2009 St. Louis Cardinals Team Review Oct 31, 2009
By July 1, DeRosa was on the disabled list with a wrist problem, a torn tendon sheath that would require post-season surgery. Despite slamming eight home runs in his first 22 games with the club, DeRosa batted a career-low. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
