Game Scout: Bills/Titans Nov 16, 2009
Titans: The Tennessee Titans will be without at least for this week and probably for a while longer, after tests revealed the receiver has multiple bone fractures in his lower back ... "Justin Gage has multiple fractures of the transverse process bones. It's just a matter of healing. He is unlikely to play this week," Titans coach said Thursday. (BillsReport.com)
Lysacek wins Skate America; Yu-na wows Nov 15, 2009
But the injury was to her right leg, in which Buntin said his partner has had several stress fractures. "It's an old injury," he said, "and on the throw loop her foot stuck in the ice. She said she couldn't feel her leg at first.". (MSNBC -- Sports)
Falling is a Big Risk for Seniors Nov 15, 2009
"They are also the cause of traumatic brain injuries and the leading cause of hip fractures over the age of 65.". But aging doesn't have to come with the fear of falling. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Health issues didn't keep boy down Nov 15, 2009
The femur was just the first of many fractures he would endure in life. He couldn't walk. (AZCentral -- News)
Desalinization plant presents sustainability, waste concerns Nov 15, 2009
We drilled a well all the way to the granite hoping to find fractures in Madera and it s very hard, Bralley said. If we had the option of doing injection, we d look really serious at doing it. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Strictly healthy Nov 14, 2009
"Many fractures follow a fall, but if you keep your muscle strength you are less likely to fall. And if you do fall you are better able to protect yourself.". Joyce Scarse, 75, from Newmarket, agreed. (BBC News -- UK)
Combat-wounded sailor eyes tower climb Three years ago, when an Iraqi bomb fractured Elliott Miller's body and brain, hardly anyone thought he would survive. Three months ago, the doctors ... Nov 14, 2009
He suffered a broken arm, two massive fractures of his left leg that would later require amputation, a traumatic brain injury and burns on more than 60 percent of his body. Miller remained comatose for a month, then woke up at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio with no memory of the attack. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Truck-bus crash kills four children, injures two in east China Nov 14, 2009
The two injured suffered slight trauma and bone fractures and were receiving treatment at a local hospital, he said. The driver has been detained and the cause of the accident is being investigated. (Xinhuanet, China)
Cochise College has EMT students hard at work Nov 14, 2009
The Emergency Medical Technician course prepares students with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform life-saving skills that include performing CPR with the use of an AED, using Airway adjuncts, treating and stabilizing a patient with significant trauma and spinal injuries including splinting fractures. These Emergency Medical Technician students will be prepared with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform life-saving skills after completing the course. (Nogales International, AZ)
Risk Of Hip Fracture In Postmenopausal Women Rises Steeply With Age Nov 13, 2009
12, 2009) Among postmenopausal women, the risk of hip fractures increases steeply with age and is seven times higher in 70-year-olds than in 50-year-olds, according to a study in this week's PLoS Medicine ... e. around the time of menopause), although hip fractures are rare, the risk of a fracture in postmenopausal women is twice that in premenopausal women ... However, any effect of early menopause on the risk of hip fracture was small compared to the effect of age itself, and the slightly... (Science Daily)
Principal beats up boy to death Nov 13, 2009
The child suffered multiple fractures due to the beating and was sent home by college authorities. The child was then taken to Mirzapur district where he succumbed to injuries yesterday. (India Times, India)
When exercise becomes harmful Nov 13, 2009
There is also an increased risk of fractures and behavioural changes, says Karthik. Siding him is John who sums up, Before you start exercising, check your medical records. (India Times, India)
Titans WR Gage (broken back) likely out vs. Bills Nov 13, 2009
Coach Jeff Fisher said Thursday the tests revealed the multiple fractures. The injury does not involve any structure crucial to the spine, and Gage said Wednesday he has had no problem moving his hands and feet. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Back Pain Permanently Sidelines Soldiers At War Nov 13, 2009
21, 2007) American military personnel with facial fractures who meet certain criteria can undergo surgery to treat their injuries without being evacuated from war zones, according to a new. . (Science Daily)
NFL Inactives (Thursday, November 12, 2009) Nov 13, 2009
His legs were clipped out from under him while in mid-air and he landed hard on his lower back, which according to the Tennessean has multiple fractures to the transverse process bones. An official timetable for his return has not been set. (ABC 7 News, DC)
How to Save Billions On Health Care Now Nov 13, 2009
Aside from data showing that elective angioplasties don't save lives, a recent study found that vertebroplasty, a common procedure to treat pain from back fractures, was than a placebo treatment with a shot to temporarily numb the area. Ultimately, insurers will try to change behavior by refusing to cover services that have performed poorly in comparative effectiveness research. (CBS News)
Browns' Lewis slams Mangini Nov 13, 2009
Coach Jeff Fisher said Thursday the tests revealed the multiple fractures. Ex-Viking pleads not guilty: A not guilty plea has been entered for former Vikings first-round draft pick Erasmus James, who is charged with disorderly conduct in a Madison bar fight. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Health screenings to be offered by Farm Bureau Nov. 12-13 Nov 12, 2009
Osteoporosis is silent and painless until bone fractures occur. Early treatment is painless and effective. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Driver of car crammed with teens charged over crash Nov 12, 2009
The driver was taken to Royal North Shore Hospital suffering multiple fractures. Four of the teenagers sustained serious injuries and were taken to Westmead Hospital. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Can working out wear your bodyout? Nov 12, 2009
Problems also can arise in obese people who are sedentary and then jump into a rigorous exercise program, which can overload a deconditioned body, he says, possibly leading to knee injuries, stress fractures or other problems. So it would not be a good idea, for instance, for a 250-pound couch potato to start out running 12 miles a day, Noy says. (MSNBC -- Health)
Friday Night Lights Nov 10, 2009
Senior quarterback Joe Missler missed all but one play with a hip-pointer injury, and senior linebacker Shane Brown was out with leg fractures suffered in the regular-season finale against Toledo Start. McKinley will face Canton GlenOak (9-2) in a regional semifinal next week. (Bucknuts.com)
New specialty spurs hopes for helping abused kids Nov 10, 2009
"Certainly, there are many cases where it is obvious. There can be multiple fractures and injuries. There are all sorts of things that can happen to kids that could be abuse but might not be, and we have to try to determine the truth.". Studies have repeatedly shown that many doctors lack the expertise to handle these difficult cases. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
GTx loss widens in third quarter Nov 10, 2009
Toremifene is designed to reduce fractures in men with prostate cancer on androgen deprivation therapy. Following the FDA's response on the NDA, we are committed to working with the agency to understand the next steps required to bring this drug to patients, Mitchell Steiner, CEO of GTx, said in a statement. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Cuban pitching hero injured trying to stop fight Nov 10, 2009
Vera suffered "a violent blow to the face which provoked multiple fractures" ... The government weekly newspaper Trabajadores reported Monday that Vera tried to break up a fight Sunday in Santiago and received a "a violent blow to the face, which provoked multiple fractures to the upper jaw," according to Zadys Navarro, one of the doctors treating the player. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Hawaii trip left Ags banged up Nov 10, 2009
There were injuries from busted out teeth to knees to ankles to broken legs to hurt shoulders, compound fractures. You name it, it came out in that football game. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Trican-2009 Third Quarter Results Nov 10, 2009
Microseismic services map the fractures in the reservoir while the treatment is being performed. This service, when combined with our CBM Solutions geological service and our fracture design engineering allows us to improve our fracturing treatments for our customers and present a technical solution for shale gas and tight gas fracturing that provides an enhanced level of technology to our customers. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
BioMEMS target medical, space applications Nov 10, 2009
(11/09/2009 5:23 PM EST). Widely considered the father of bioMEMS, Professor Mauro Ferrari has founded a company to commercialize MEMS-based medical solutions and possible space applications. (EETimes)
Immoral Medicine Nov 9, 2009
There is no question that the risk of DVT -- deep venous thrombosis, and PE (pulmonary embolism) goes up after some hip fractures. So, usually, Orthopaedic Surgeons prescribe a form of blood thinner to prevent this complication. (Human Events Online)
Car crash: six teens seriously hurt Nov 9, 2009
The driver was taken to Royal North Shore Hospital with multiple fractures. A 13-year-old girl had a fractured jaw, head injuries and cuts to her ankle. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Young tennis players who play only 1 sport are more prone to injuries Nov 9, 2009
Injuries in young tennis players typically include muscle strains, ankle sprains, hip injuries, knee cap instability, stress fractures in the spine and tendonitis of the wrist and rotator cuff. "But one injury you rarely see in kids is tennis elbow," Jayanthi said. (EurekAlert!)
Scores die in El Salvador floods Nov 9, 2009
"We rescued a man this morning who had fractures, and a little girl," resident Cristian Aguilar told Reuters news agency. "My son and I crossed through the floodwater and brought them here, and now she is with her parents.". (BBC News -- Americas)
New hope for osteoporosis sufferers (6) Nov 9, 2009
In 2004, the New England Journal of Medicine published a report that showed the use of the supplement (in conjunction with calcium and vitamin D) led to early, sustained reductions in vertebral fractures in postmenopausal women. It also reported that there were no significant differences in the number of serious side effects between the supplement and placebo. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
New Year's Celebration Means Workers Call in Sick More Often, Skip Mondays Nov 9, 2009
Men are more likely to report muscle sprains, fractures and bodily injuries, particularly among those who do physical labor, according to Bilimoria. Gauging Morale. (Bloomberg -- UK)
Making medical decisions Nov 9, 2009
Research may not have been done because certain conditions have been treated in a manner that works, e.g. treatment of fractures. When a bone is broken, it is either put in a plaster cast or surgery is done. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Monday 'common for sickness' Nov 9, 2009
Men were at least twice as likely than women to take time off for muscle sprains, fractures and other physical injuries. Rest and recuperation. (BBC News -- UK)
A look back in time: Using judgment Nov 9, 2009
"The defiant teen-ager rolled up his sleeves and threatened the state highway patrolman in the emergency ward at Memorial hospital last night. ... He was led away to a bed, suffering cuts and possible rib fractures. "Percy Molesco, 16, of 1147 North Grant, was lucky. His 1956 auto had gone out of control, at excessive speed, northbound on Highway 220, jumped a curb, and crashed into the gas pumps at Paul's Standard Service Station, 2155 CY Ave.. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Suspected Drunk Driver Hurt In Escondido Crash Nov 8, 2009
He sustained chest injuries, significant facial fractures and wounds. Based on physical evidence from the scene, investigators believe the driver was traveling eastbound on Idaho Avenue and drifted off the roadway and struck a tree, according to Wynn. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Jail Guard Assaulted Nov 8, 2009
"Officer Phillips has two fractures to his eye socket and an inch-and-a-half cut to his face. He will be out off duty until the first of December.". The investigation continues. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Why fundamentalism will fail Nov 8, 2009
Today this internal strife fractures the Muslim world, and the vehemence it generates is directed first of all against fellow Muslims, and only secondarily against the West. This tendency toward factionalism exists in other religious movements, of course, as it does in political, artistic, and cultural ones. (Boston Globe)
Woman in wheelchair struck by car Nov 7, 2009
She was listed in serious condition with a couple of fractures and other complications, and was transferred to UC Davis, hospital spokeswoman Carol Farron said. Boyd used to work at the hospital, and Farron said, "She means a lot to us.". (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Inmate Arrest for Assaulting Jailer Nov 7, 2009
"Officer Phillips has two fractures to his eye socket and an inch and a half cut to his face. He will be out off-duty until the first of December.". Investigation continues. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Stepfather convicted in death of 'Baby Grace' Nov 7, 2009
An autopsy determined the child died of several skull fractures. After Riley's death, the couple stuffed her body in a plastic box and hid it for months in a storage shed at their home. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Two Dutch tourists dead in S China ship collision Nov 6, 2009
He suffered severe fractures, said a hospital spokesperson. A provincial maritime affairs bureau statement said all the casualties occurred on the passenger ship. (Xinhuanet, China)
Inquests: 2 crash deaths accidental Nov 6, 2009
Stephen Macom, 61, of Chenoa died July 13 at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria of internal injuries related to multiple rib fractures. His motorcycle miss a curve on Interstate 80 near the Interstate 39 exit ramp about 3:30 p.m. June 25, she said. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Acetaminophen May Be Linked To Asthma In Children And Adults Nov 6, 2009
18, 2009) Children with arm fractures fared as well with ibuprofen to control their pain as acetaminophen with codeine, according to a new. (Mar. (Science Daily)
Fatalities Grim Reminder Cattle Can Be Dangerous Nov 6, 2009
According to the attending physician s death record, the man sustained multiple rib fractures, lacerated pulmonary arteries and head injuries. The man s family said that the bull was known to be dangerous and had been threatening in the past. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Lieberman to coach D-League team Nov 5, 2009
The Ontario Hockey League suspended Michael Liambas of the Erie Otters for the season after a hard check sent an opposing player to the hospital with skull and facial fractures. Liambas, 20, hit Ben Fanelli, whose helmet flew off as he fell unconscious to the ice. (Boston Globe)
U.S. Sued Over Dropping of Benefits for Disabled Nov 5, 2009
"It has a lot of fractures, and now it is a curved leg. My stump, it is not a normal stump. Sometimes I have to see a doctor. They take away my benefits, and, of course, it is very bad for me.". Others in the lawsuit declined to be interviewed, fearing that speaking out might interfere with the progress of their citizenship applications, or that they would be sought out for harm. (Yahoo News -- Disabilities and the Disabled)
Four things Democrats must do to avoid defeat in 2010 Nov 5, 2009
This, too, is why Democrats need to be wary of the results in New York's 23rd district, where fractures in the GOP handed the victory to Bill Owens, the first Democratic candidate to win that area in over a century. Some of the races in 2010 will see that same dynamic at work, but most of them won't. (Christian Science Monitor)
Officers suspension recommended 3 years after Chasse death Nov 5, 2009
The autopsy revealed that Chasse suffered 26 rib fractures and a punctured lung. The autopsy concluded the death was caused by blunt force trauma to the chest. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Friends: Zeigler was a "teddy bear, gentle giant" Nov 5, 2009
But Zeigler and his attorneys maintain he did not take part in the child s death, which the Galveston County Medical Examiner testified, in both Trenor and Zeigler s trials, came from massive blunt force trauma that resulted in three skull fractures. Zeigler has given different versions of where he was at the time of death but maintains he is not the one who delivered the fatal blows. (KHOU.com, TX)
Daylight Resources Trust Reports Third Quarter 2009 Financial and Operating Results- Significant Operational Results Validate Resource Play Strategy on Multiple Fronts Nov 5, 2009
This well is currently being completed with multiple fractures across the horizontal interval. Daylight plans to bring this 100% working interest well on production in December. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
U.S. Hip Fracture Rate Could Drop 25 Percent With Aggressive Osteoporosis Prevention Nov 5, 2009
This study, the largest to look at osteoporosis management in men and women over 50 years old, followed 650,000 men and women in Kaiser Permanente's osteoporosis management program and found hip fractures dropped by 38 percent, preventing 970 hip fractures in 2007 ... Kaiser Permanente HealthConnect, the world's largest civilian electronic health record database, was used to collect data on patients that included anti-osteoporosis medication usage, bone density scans and fragility fractures ...... (Science Daily)
Republicans Win Governor's Races in New Jersey and VirginiaDemocrats found their lone bright spot in key upstate N.Y. race. Nov 4, 2009
Bill Owens defeated Conservative Party candidate Doug Hoffman, in a race that highlighted fractures inside the GOP that resulted in the Republican candidate dropping out of the race and endorsing Owens. Related. (ABC News)
Developmental Drug May Help Bone Fractures Heal After Radiation Exposure Nov 4, 2009
3, 2009) A drug currently under development by the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine may help bone fractures heal more quickly after radiation exposure, according to a study by Pitt researchers ... For this study, researchers compared the healing time of fractures in a mouse model system treated immediately after radiation exposure with JP4-039 against a control group of mice that did not receive the drug ... 21, 2009) Long bone fractures heal faster after injections of bone-building... (Science Daily)
Feature: Chinese players skid in NBA Nov 4, 2009
There is a possibility that he could return to the Rockets late next season, but it's still a haunting concern for Yao's fans for he has been out portions of the last three seasons with stress fractures in leg and foot. Yao can be probably enjoy his teammates playing on court as the Rockets grabbed three straight wins with a 3-1 season opening, but his eagerness to be back on court and fight for a ring is overwhelming. (Xinhuanet, China)
Wright shows toughness Nov 3, 2009
Cards' Wright fractures thumb, keeps playing ... Cards' Wright fractures thumb, keeps playing. (AZCentral -- Sports)
FDA finds deficiencies in GTx drug, stock tumbles Nov 3, 2009
Memphis-based has received a Complete Response Letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration that identifies two deficiencies in its experimental prostate cancer drug toremifene 80 mg, which is designed to reduce fractures in men with prostate cancer receiving androgen deprivation therapy ... The FDA required GTx (Nasdaq: GTXI) to provide results of a second Phase III trial demonstrating the safety and efficacy of toremifene citrate to reduce fractures in men with prostate cancer and results... (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Is gay bashing on the rise? Nov 3, 2009
RECENT ATTACKS London, 25 Sept: Ian Baynham, 62, beaten in Trafalgar Square, later died Liverpool, 25 Oct: PC James Parkes, 22, suffers multiple skull fractures after attack by youths. Of the thousands who gathered in London's Trafalgar Square - at the spot where Ian Baynham was attacked in September, later dying from his injuries - some headed afterwards to the Admiral Duncan pub in Soho, the scene of the nail bombing 10 years ago. (BBC News -- UK)
Digital 'Plaster' For Monitoring Vital Signs Undergoes First Clinical Trials Nov 3, 2009
15, 2008) Removable splints and plaster casts appears to be equally safe and effective for treating minor "buckle" wrist fractures in children, researchers report in a new review of studies. However, a US. (Science Daily)
US to monitor Lowell, Springfield voting Nov 3, 2009
The baby had been fussing for more than two hours prior to being shaken to death and suffered a fractured skull, brain damage, and fractures to her shoulders and left arm. Judge David Lowy sentenced Ward to 15 to 17 years after hearing the prosecution s request for 18 to 20 years in state prison. (Boston Globe)
Hockey player's skull fractured in hard check Nov 2, 2009
KITCHENER, Ontario A junior hockey player remains in critical condition with skull and facial fractures after a hard check into the glass during a game Friday night ... Fanelli is hospitalized in critical but stable condition after suffering skull and facial fractures the team said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Government eyes off-road recreational vehicles Nov 1, 2009
Injuries have involved crushing fractures to legs, feet and arms and some riders have lost limbs. Safety advocates say the commission's vote puts the industry on notice. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Zeigler called psycho by former co-worker Nov 1, 2009
Riley died of two skull fractures, which were suffered when she was thrown to the couple s tile floor at their Spring home, according to testimony in Trenor s trial ... King testified the force that caused three fractures in Riley s skull was the equivalent of a head striking a hard surface at 10 to 12 mph ... King testified one blow couldn t have caused all three fractures. (KHOU.com, TX)
Commentary warns of unexpected consequences of proton pump inhibitor use in reflux disease Nov 1, 2009
They can include: increased rates of hip fractures, possibly related to altered calcium absorption; possible but yet unproven altered vitamin B12 and iron absorption, related to alteration of the gastric pH; increased odds of acquiring nosocomial Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea; and increased odds of contracting community-acquired pneumonia. The authors say while it may be premature to make global recommendations about PPI prescribing patterns, they applaud the idea of raising clinical... (EurekAlert!)
