Inge to have surgery on left knee Oct 22, 2009
Around that time, Inge was diagnosed with microtears in the patella tendons of both knees, but the damage in his left knee was worse than in the right. The deterioration affected Inge's performance, both at the plate and in the field. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Notebook: Johnson, King ready to step in again Oct 21, 2009
Injury/practice reportAll four players who were described as day-to-day practiced in their usual spots Tuesday: Arenas, sophomore nose tackle Josh Chapman (abdominal strain), freshman receiver Michael Bowman (patella tendon strain), and freshman cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick (back spasms). Freshman linebacker Nico Johnson was working at weakside linebacker in nickel formation. (Alabama Sports -- Rivals.com)
Notebook: Ingram wins SEC award Oct 20, 2009
"Saban called Arenas, sophomore nose tackle Josh Chapman (abdominal strain), freshman Michael Bowman (patella tendon strain), and freshman cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick (back spasms) all day-to-day. Freshman defensive back Rod Woodson also missed the South Carolina with a patella tendon strain). Like Arenas, Chapman was expected to be ready for South Carolina, but unable to play. Freshman Kerry Murphy took his place in the rotation. "The sky's the limit with all those guys," Washington said when... (Alabama Sports -- Rivals.com)
Cyclones expect big things from Gilstrap Oct 16, 2009
Gilstrap began his career at Palm Beach Community College in Florida, but he ruptured a patella tendon in a knee midway through his freshman year. He spent the two seasons rehabilitating his injury quitting rehab in frustration more than once and taking odd jobs to pay the bills before becoming rededicated to the game. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Notebook: McClain, Cody named Lombardi semifinalists Oct 15, 2009
"Practice ReportThe team practiced again outside Wednesday. The forecast for Saturday evening is clear and near-50 degrees at kickoff. Senior linebacker Cory Reamer continued to work at weakside linebacker in nickel coverage. Redshirt freshman tight end Undra Billingsley was back at his usual spot after wearing black (no contact) Tuesday. Riding an exercise bike was freshman safety Rod Woodson (patella tendon), Tide-bitsSenior guard Mike Johnson on South Carolina's defense: "They like to do a... (Alabama Sports -- Rivals.com)
Finally healthy, Rebels hungry for NCAA run Oct 15, 2009
Zach Graham played the season with a partially torn patella tendon, one that severely limited his ability to practice. What was hyped as a dream season quickly turned into a nightmare. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
PLAYING KEEP-AWAY Oct 15, 2009
He was collared from behind and ruptured his patella tendon in his left knee. Jason was an easy replacement for Anderson, whose left shoulder popped out of place against Marshall. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Late stoppage-time goal helps USA earn tie with Costa Rica Oct 15, 2009
" Bradley, whose two goals against Mexico gave the USA a winning start to the final round in February, finally got the USA on the board in the 72nd minute, cleaning up a Donovan miss from close range. The USA continued to attack but suffered a crushing blow in the 83rd minute when Onyewu's left knee buckled in the Costa Rican box before he collided with a defender. He waved for help, as did Costa Rica's defenders, and was immediately taken off on his stretcher. Bradley said Onyewu suffered a... (USA Today -- Sports)
Notebook: Alabama releases its rebuttal to NCAA Oct 14, 2009
Redshirt freshman tight end Undra Billingsley was in black and riding an exercise bike with freshman safety Rod Woodson (patella tendon). Tide-bits Senior cornerback Javier Arenas has faced South Carolina quarterback Stephen Garcia before, when both were in high school in Florida. (Alabama Sports -- Rivals.com)
Saban Discusses Bamas Identity Oct 13, 2009
Saban said the only injury suffered by Alabama against Ole Miss was freshman special teams player suffering a patella tendon (knee) injury. Its not something that requires surgery, Saban said. (BamaMag.com)
Notebook: Tide to focus on red zone this week Oct 13, 2009
"Players of the weekAlthough a number of other players put up some impressive numbers, sophomore center William Vlachos was the only one to receive a Southeastern Conference award as the offensive lineman of the week. Sophomore running back Mark Ingram (172 rushing yards on 28 carries and a touchdown) and junior linebacker Rolando McClain (7? tackles and an interception) were honorable-mention selections for the offensive and defensive honors. Tennessee quarterback Jonathan Crompton (20-of-27,... (Alabama Sports -- Rivals.com)
Running back Jason likely out for season Oct 11, 2009
This season, freshman running back Payten Jason's patella tendon likely was torn on a late fourth-quarter illegal hit against Marshall, Coach Bob Toledo said. Jason was horse-collared by Kevin Perry on the play, and his left knee buckled. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Dennis finally leaves behind dark days of injury and pain Oct 11, 2009
But in the long run the hamstring is heaps stronger than using patella or something else. The surgeon said they should be as strong if not stronger than what they were originally. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Opinion: Lakers Bynum bracing for a big year Oct 7, 2009
Maybe Bynum shouldve been wearing braces even before, because the Lakers noticed the loose ligaments, knock-kneed frame and oversized upper body vs. undersized lower body long before Bynum suffered his January 2008 left-knee patella subluxation (another common injury for those with ligamentous laxity) or his January 2009 right-knee torn medial collateral ligament. The kid hes not yet 22 remains the wild card in the Lakers stacked deck, even with Ron Artests jack of hearts... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Thrashers' Valabik to have MRI Oct 7, 2009
Welch rehabbing: Defenseman Noah Welch, recovering from surgery on the patella tendon in his right knee, continues to rehab at the Thrashers practice facility. Welch, who signed with the Thrashers as an unrestricted free agent in July, said his knee is taking longer to heal than expected. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Houston Nutt press conference transcript Oct 6, 2009
He runs to the right, the ball falls out of his hands and he goes to pick up the ball - he dislocates his patella tendon. It popped back in but it was very swollen and he had to be put on crutches. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Jets on the lookout for Titans' Johnson Sep 25, 2009
An MRI exam on Wednesday revealed that the patella femoral arthritis in his knee has worsened. A determination has not yet been made on how to treat the condition. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Cardinal Insider: Stanford's Weekly Sports Notebook Sep 24, 2009
Smith was regarded as a potential NFL first round draft pick when he tore his patella tendon against Oregon in the third game of the 2007 season. Smith remembered the play, which began with confusion between himself and another lineman on their assignments, causing Smith to react late with poor technique, leading to the injury. (Gostanford.com)
Saunders puzzles Yanks to lead Halos Sep 22, 2009
"I was coming up the dugout and jumped an extra step, and my patella tendon was tweaked a little bit. I could feel it pushing off the mound, but it didn't hurt me and I was able to fight through it.". By the time of his injury, though, Saunders had already received some early run support by Vladimir Guerrero and Torii Hunter, who hit back-to-back RBI doubles off left-hander Andy Pettitte in the first inning to give the Angels a 2-0 lead. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Coache's Corner: Zorn and Blache Q & A Sep 18, 2009
He has a little patella tendonitis that flared up on him. Other than that, we worked through practice pretty well. (WarpathInsiders.com)
New procedure helps Padres' Gallagher Sep 14, 2009
Gallagher discovered just how edgy he was with needles earlier this summer when he had platelet-rich plasma therapy to help repair a slightly torn patella tendon in his left knee. The procedure, still considered a relatively new medical approach, helped get the right-hander on the track toward resuming his season. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Long-Term Lead Exposure Linked to Heart Deaths Sep 10, 2009
The men, whose average age was 67 at the start of the study, had lead concentrations in their blood and the bones of the patella (kneecap) and tibia (shin) measured over a nine-year period. During the course of the study, 241 died. (MEDLINEplus)
Sept. 8 Jeff Tedford Press Conference Quotes Sep 9, 2009
On the status of (patella) and (concsussion): Cattouse we expect to clear in the next day or two and Ladner got an MRI this morning. I'm waiting for results to find out what's wrong with him. (Calbears.com)
Padres set to kick off final Bay Area series Sep 7, 2009
Gallagher threw one inning for Triple-A Portland on Friday and will work out of the bullpen for the Padres, with no early appearance likely lasting longer than one inning as he keeps building arm strength up after three months of being away with an injury to the patella tendon in his left knee. "He's a guy next year who projects to battle for a spot in our rotation," Black said. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Qualls Expects to Return Next Spring Sep 4, 2009
RHP will undergo surgery to repair a torn femoral tendon in his left patella once the swelling subsides. The normal recovery time is three to four months, the D-backs said, so Qualls is expected to be 100 percent for the start of spring training. (Arizona, TheInsiders.com)
Fonoti expects to play Sep 3, 2009
But head coach Greg McMackin said extensive medical tests showed that Fonoti suffered what is termed a "bruise" to his left patella. In rating Fonoti's availability for Friday's game, McMackin said, "very probable.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Robinson's 'One More Year' Sep 2, 2009
A patella stress fracture in that same right knee. Rather than a full slate of games on the horizon, Robinson was left holding a consolation prize: Her first medical redshirt season. (Wwuvikings.com)
Padres' Gallagher ready for rehab stint Sep 2, 2009
Gallagher, who is trying to make his way back from a slight tear in the patella tendon in his left knee, hasn't pitched in a game since June 4 with Sacramento, the A's Triple-A affiliate. Gallagher has thrown several bullpen sessions at PETCO Park and at the Padres' Spring Training facility in Arizona. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
D-backs closer Qualls done for season Sep 1, 2009
Qualls, who dislocated his left knee on his final pitch of Sunday's game against the Astros, was diagnosed with a torn patella femoral tendon and will require surgery. The right-hander was placed on the 60-day disabled list on Monday. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Mets' Beltran (knee) will start rehab assignment Sep 1, 2009
Perez is to have scar tissue extracted from the patella tendon of his right knee. The injury-depleted Mets say both pitchers should be ready for spring training. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Rebs' Gaskins to undergo surgery Aug 28, 2009
Guard , who played last season with a partially torn patella tendon, is still a couple of weeks or so away from being cleared for full basketball activities ... "He's anxious to go. As a matter of fact, he's in the best shape of his life. He's 6-6 and about 215. Last year, he played at 227. He's lost 10-12 pounds just by being more mature with what he's eating and what he's doing. They say six months is the critical period. You have to give it six months simply because of where it is and you... (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
MLB Notebook: Boston honors Kennedy, a lifelong fan Aug 27, 2009
Left-hander Oliver Perez will require season-ending surgery to repair patella tendon tendinosis in his right knee. He becomes the 13th Mets player on the disabled list. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Jets coach Ryan chooses Sanchez at QB Aug 27, 2009
Oliver Perez was examined in New York and the team said the lefthander needs season-ending surgery to repair patella tendinosis in his right knee. The injury ends a dismal season for Perez, who is expected to recover and be ready for spring training. (Boston Globe)
Dunleavy might return sooner than expected Aug 27, 2009
He had surgery in March to remove a bone spur from the patella tendon on his right knee. Dunleavy, the team's second-leading scorer two seasons ago, discussed his rehabilitation this week during the Peyback Bowl, a fundraiser for Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning's foundation. (ESPN -- Basketball)
Titans' line hit hard by injuries Aug 27, 2009
Roper suffered a broken leg and Pittman a fractured patella, along with torn cartilage in his knee. Neither is expected to play Friday against Prince Avenue Christian. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Pacers G Dunleavy could make early return Aug 27, 2009
He had surgery in March to remove a bone spur from the patella tendon on his right knee. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Carrillo to face Smoltz in Cards debut Aug 23, 2009
Pitcher Sean Gallagher, working his way back from a strained patella tendon of his left knee, will throw a bullpen session on Sunday and then leave for the Spring Training facility in Arizona, where he will go through a full workout program of fielding practice and bullpen sessions to throwing batting practice. He will likely join Class A Lake Elsinore for two rehab appearances on Sept. 2 before rejoining the Padres. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Gallagher may play role for Padres soon Aug 20, 2009
Gallagher, who is trying to make his way back from a slight tear in the patella tendon in his left knee, hasn't pitched in a game since June 4 with Sacramento, the A's Triple-A affiliate. He threw his first bullpen session on Monday and will do so again on Thursday and then on Sunday before heading to Arizona where he'll continue to build his endurance and get stretched out with hopes of joining the Padres next month. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Ailing Inge tries uncommon therapy Aug 19, 2009
As the Tigers' medical staff looked for ways to treat Inge's patella tendinitis without forcing him onto the disabled list, prolotherapy came up as an idea. It's a treatment that hasn't been used much in baseball, but at this point, the Tigers and Inge felt they could at least try it. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Tigers acquire veteran infielder Huff Aug 18, 2009
Though Inge has been bothered by patella tendinitis in his left knee all summer, he is not headed to the disabled list. Huff, Dombrowski said, has indicated that he'll be happy to play wherever he can to help a contending team. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Oakland A's MLN: Gray Gets Call Aug 7, 2009
He has been out since May with a tear in his patella tendon. It isn't clear whether Doolittle will get back onto the field during the regular season. (Oakland, TheInsiders.com)
Backcourt makes Ole Miss a contender Aug 6, 2009
Jr., 6-6/225 The buzz: Graham played in all 31 games last season, starting 23, despite having a partially torn patella tendon in his right knee that eventually required surgery ... " Now he's finally able to extend those competitions to the basketball court. Warren, Polynice and Gaskins have been cleared to resume full-scale workouts. Graham had surgery after the season and is hoping to join his teammates in September. Graham played last season with a partially torn patella tendon in his right... (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Principles of brain plasticity in improving sensorimotor function of the knee and leg in healthy subjects: A double-blind randomized exploratory trial Aug 5, 2009
Fifty grams of EMLA, or placebo, was applied on the leg 10 cm above and 10 cm below the center of patella, leaving the area around the knee without cream. Measures of sensory function (perception of touch, vibration sense, knee kinesthesia) and motor function (knee muscle strength, hop test) were assessed before and after 90 minutes of treatment with EMLA or placebo. (BioMed Central)
Ross TuckerINSIDE THE NFL Aug 1, 2009
" It is much more like what I said about Sanchez and Stafford in that the job will be handed to first-round pick as soon as he is ready. Unlike with Stafford and Sanchez, who I think will both start in their team's opener, it may take a little while before Freeman hits the field. But I'm convinced Freeman will get the starting slot, especially since the Bucs look like they're going to struggle this season. Ross: I think it's interesting that you and others in the press, and the athletes... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Colon Back On DL Jul 30, 2009
The right-hander was placed on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday with right elbow inflammation, less than a week after returning from a lengthy stint on the DL. Colon had been sidelined since June 9, retroactive to June 8, with patella femoral inflammation in his left knee and was activated following Mark Buehrle's perfect game against Tampa Bay on Thursday. ABC 7 Talkback. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Stanford Hopes the Next Step Will Be Its Biggest Jul 29, 2009
Left tackle (6-4, 296), who missed all of last season while recovering from a torn patella tendon and a fractured kneecap, was granted a sixth year of eligibility in the spring ... Smith started 23 consecutive games before tearing his patella tendon in the third game of the 2007 season against Oregon. (Gostanford.com)
More of this story Jul 28, 2009
"I also need a lateral release. Basically, my patella tendon had tightened because of the injury and the doctor had to cut part of the tendon so my knee cap could slide back into place.". Since she had only played six games, a medical redshirt was granted to her. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Zumaya's fate to be decided soon Jul 23, 2009
Veteran dealing with microtears in left patella tendon. Right-hander to either rejoin Tigers or undergo surgery. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Why No. 6 is the best draft slot Jul 21, 2009
But the sad reality is both Earnest Graham (ankle) and Cadillac Williams (torn patella) may not be 100 percent when training camp starts. That leaves new acquisition Derrick Ward as the team's go-to back. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
MLB Insiders - Milwaukee Brewers Jul 21, 2009
McGehee has been slowed by patella tendinitis in his right knee. Gamel was optioned to Class AAA Nashville after the game. (Pittsburgh, TheInsiders.com)
Player turned coach returns to court Jul 17, 2009
After two games in her 2005-06 season, she was sidelined due to a patella stress fracture in her right knee. Robinson returned again to play in the 2006-07 season, starting again in all 28 games and averaging 10. (Wwuvikings.com)
Ball hopes he'll be ready to go Jul 17, 2009
As Georgia continues its summer workouts, defensive Neland Ball told UGASports Thursday that he hopes the patella tendon injury he suffered in his left knee will be ready for him to begin preseason drills. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Georgia Sports -- Rivals.com)
Cats pay high price for loss as Ablett joins lengthy list onsideline Jul 11, 2009
Mark McVeigh and defender Michael Hurley have also come into the side, which lost Angus Monfries (hamstring) and Hayden Skipworth (patella). Defender Henry Slattery said McVeigh would "make a massive difference" in his return from a club-imposed sanction. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Getting to know: Jermaine Marshall Jul 10, 2009
That's what the surgery was but the term of what I did was I tore my patella tendon. I mean, they did a lot. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Oliver taking on leadership role in 'pen Jul 5, 2009
After veteran reliever Scot Shields had season-ending surgery to repair the patella tendon in his left knee, the team began looking at Oliver even more to fill Shields' veteran presence. In his 16th Major League season, the majority of which were spent with the Texas Rangers, Oliver has become a go-to-guy for relievers to seek counsel. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Enjoy the rains with a power work out Jul 2, 2009
Walking down the stairs puts a strain on the patella. So it not recommended. (India Times, India)
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Another guard, Zach Graham, played all season with a partially torn patella tendon and had surgery days after the Rebels were eliminated by Kentucky in the first round of the SEC tournament in Tampa, Fla. Ole Miss coach Andy Kennedy said Monday that Gaskins has been cleared to resume all basketball activities, while Polynice and Warren are 7-10 days from receiving similar clearance. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tigers go quietly in opener vs. A's Jun 30, 2009
Leyland lifted Brandon Inge, who has been coping with a patella tendon injury in his left knee, for Don Kelly as a defensive replacement in the seventh. "The thing has been acting up. I have to watch that," Leyland said. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
McEwan set to sprint to recovery Jun 28, 2009
"If I'd torn the patella tendon, that would have been it," McEwen told The Sun-Herald from his Belgian home. "I was worried in the ambulance and in the emergency room because I thought if that had happened, it would've needed a recovery of 10 to 12 months, which would've meant I'd never come back to the same level. It was only that evening I was told the damage wasn't as bad as we thought. The next day the surgeon told me the tendon was intact and from that moment I knew things would come... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
House calls: Sports injuries in mature athletes Jun 26, 2009
But knee injuries, including ligament tears, meniscus tears, and patella tendonitis, tend to affect a larger number of athletes ... Patella tendinitis/anterior knee pain ... Patella tendinitis, also known as jumper s knee, is an inflammation in the band of tissue that connects the kneecap and the shinbone. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Shields optimistic surgery was right call Jun 24, 2009
Shields said the surgery on his left patella tendon, performed by Dr. Lewis Yocum at the Kerlan-Jobe Surgery Center in Los Angeles, was a success but that he won't know more details until he has an appointment with Yocum on Thursday. "They fixed it and kinda cleaned out the stuff in there," Shields said. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Injury opens door for Balentien Jun 16, 2009
"He had patella tendinitis before this and fouled it right off the same spot. I don't know how you do that -- get underneath your kneecap -- but he did.". Gutierrrez is day-to-day, and while he's out, Balentien gets another chance, starting in left field in Thursday night's finale of a three-game series at Camden Yards while left fielder Endy Chavez shifts to center, replacing Gutierrez. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Pacers' Dunleavy undergoes minor hip surgery Jun 5, 2009
He also had surgery in March to remove a bone spur that had damaged the patella tendon in the knee. Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Cavaliers' Wallace mulling retirement from NBA May 31, 2009
He missed 25 games due to injury this season, sitting out with a right forearm laceration, a fractured right fibula, a bruised left knee and a strained left patella tendon. "It's tough being on the sidelines when you're banged up," he said. (ESPN -- Golf News)
McEwen breathes sigh of relief after surgery May 30, 2009
Initially, support staff at McEwen's Katusha team thought he had damaged his patella tendon, an injury that would have put the rest of his cycling career in jeopardy ... "He had surgery last night and it's good news - minimal damage to the patella tendon and minimal damage to any ligaments. Robbie could be back on his bike in four weeks, if all goes well.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
