Angels will pick up options for Guerrero, Lackey Oct 29, 2008
The Angels also announced that 34-year-old outfielder will have surgery Tuesday to repair the patella tendon in his left knee, and catcher will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder on Friday -- his 27th birthday. Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Surgery won't delay Guerrero's spring Oct 29, 2008
Outfielder Gary Matthews Jr. was set for surgery Tuesday to repair the patella tendon in his left knee. It is doubtful he'll be ready for Spring Training, with his rehab expected to extend in the area of 4-6 months, Reagins said. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Kangaroos hit by injury Oct 28, 2008
Gidley was injured in Sunday night's 30-6 win over New Zealand and scans today confirmed he had knocked a small piece of cartilage off the joint surface of the patella in his left knee. He will return to Newcastle next week for surgery. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
First Gene For Clubfoot Identified Oct 25, 2008
Five others had lower limb abnormalities including flatfoot, an underdeveloped patella and hip dysplasia. Through the genome-wide study, Gurnett and her colleagues found a region on chromosome 5 that was common to all family members affected. (Science Daily)
Blue Ribbon: Purdue Oct 21, 2008
His teammates saw how he battled a knee injury -- a partial tear in his patella tendon that required postseason surgery -- but missed only one start in Big Ten play. "He was hurt the whole year," Painter said. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Basketball: UNI's Reed could be done for season Oct 19, 2008
With four players already sidelined because of injuries, head coach Ben Jacobson said senior guard Carlton Reed may have ruptured the patella tendon in his left knee during practice. Reed, who banged knees with teammate Travis Brown during a one-on-one drill in the team s second practice of the year, will have an MRI on Monday to confirm the diagnosis of the UNI medical staff. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Fields hoping to reach potential Oct 18, 2008
As Fields described the lateral release procedure, four tendons hold up the patella and the one on the outside got scarred up and tight. That tendon was released so the patella could go back where it's supposed to be in the center of the knee. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Miller lost for season Oct 15, 2008
"The 6-foot-8, 275-pound Texan was considered a future standout when he first arrived at Purdue in 2004, but he dislocated the patella in his knee during pre-bowl practices that year, setting him back considerably.Since then, he's battled shoulder, knee and ankle problems at various points in his career.But Miller, despite a variety of nagging injuries this season, became a starter because classmate was limited in the preseason after undergoing back surgery in the spring.Sester played more... (Purdue Sports -- Rivals.com)
USC's Carroll: Sanchez questionable vs. ASU Oct 7, 2008
"Thankfully, I had the patella stabilizer and the brace and that took care of me," Sanchez told the newspaper. Through four games played, Sanchez has thrown for 1,069 yards, 13 touchdowns and three interceptions. (MSNBC -- Sports)
More Coverage: Lafayette News Stand Oct 6, 2008
Lafayette College's slick senior cornerback has a shredded patella tendon in his left knee that could snap at any moment. Lawson is fully aware that every play could potentially be his last. (Goleopards.com)
Heat take chance on G Livingston Oct 4, 2008
The 6-foot-7 combo guard also suffered a patella dislocation, in addition to a previously diagnosed tibia/femoral dislocation. Livingston, the fourth overall selection in the 2004 NBA Draft of the Clippers, averaged 7. (ABC 7 News, DC)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 3, 2008 Oct 4, 2008
HotJobs Local Search. Creation of personhood. (North County Times)
You can bet Ace will miss 2 games Schmidt and Hill Sep 20, 2008
"Guys like (teammate) Lee Green and myself, who grew up in Alaska, it's kind of embedded in us to do that.'' The additions of Schmidt and Hill solidifies the core of returning blueliners. Previously signed on the blue line were returners Green, Derick Martin and Bryan Miller. And Shasby is expected back. Hill, 27, is eager to play in good health. He joined the Aces in February after opening last season in Germany, but arrived here with an ankle injury and later played through a partially-torn... (Anchorage Daily News)
Alumni Update: Chantelle Anderson Sep 19, 2008
First came a broken patella in July of 2006, then a torn Achilles tendon in January of 2007. In February of 2007, she was selected by the new Atlanta Dream in an expansion draft, but before the 2008 season began, she suffered a torn ACL.. (VandyMania.com)
Bateman joins Croad under injury cloud Sep 16, 2008
"... He has got a little patella tendonitis but four or five players at each club have that so he's fine.". 2008 Brought to you by. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Cleveland Browns defensive lineman Robaire Smith is out for season with ruptured Achilles tendon Sep 16, 2008
Cornerback Daven Holly suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in minicamp, and linebacker Antwan Peek suffered a torn patella tendon the week before the opener. In addition, safety Sean Jones underwent arthroscopic knee surgery last week and will be out up to five weeks. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Bulldogs gear up for Geelong clash Sep 16, 2008
Cameron said star midfielder Adam Cooney will definitely play against the Cats despite suffering from a virus and patella tendonitis (knee soreness). The club's No.1 onballer missed Monday night's All-Australian awards and Tuesday morning's training session. (The Age)
Blazers take trip, look at Livingston Sep 14, 2008
He also dislocated his patella. He was averaging 9. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
More > Sep 12, 2008
After opening the season in the rotation, Miller went on the disabled list with right patella tendinitis in July. He had six rehab appearances in the Minor Leagues, and he rejoined the Marlins on Sept. 1 as a reliever. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Cockcroft: Nine notable Week 1 season-ending injuries Sep 10, 2008
" Fantasy: By the Numbers Tom Brady's injury had a profound effect on Week 1 of the fantasy football season. Fans who started Brady lost 72 percent of Week 1 matchups. Meanwhile, Brady owners were scrambling for help on Monday. Of all trades completed on ESPN.com, 23 percent involved teams who owned Brady. 3 ., Broncos, 2000: He was one of the most surprising performers of 1999, running for 1,159 yards and seven scores after went down with a torn anterior cruciate ligament in Week 4. Both backs... (ESPN -- Football News)
Jim Harbaugh Quotes from Tuesday's Media Luncheon Sep 10, 2008
It's his patella that has been bothering him. There is no tear. (Gostanford.com)
Injury to Antwan Peek puts rush on Cleveland Browns rookie Alex Hall Sep 5, 2008
Peek, who was on schedule to return for the opener from knee surgery on July 31, tore the patella tendon in his right knee at Wednesday's practice and had major surgery the next morning, coach Romeo Crennel said. To fill Peek's roster spot, the Browns called back veteran linebacker Shantee Orr, who didn't make the final roster cut Saturday. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Branch to test knee, may play Sunday vs. Buffalo Sep 4, 2008
"Branch wanted to take an even faster route back. He walked into the office of noted specialist Dr. James Andrews in Birmingham, Ala., last winter and asked him to put a cadaver ACL in his knee, because he heard the recovery time from that is quicker. Andrews told him he valued Branch too much to take that risk, that often bodies reject cadaver tendons within six months. Branch settled for the more conservative route of Andrews replacing the ACL with a patella tendon from Branch's knee.Why rush... (ESPN -- Football News)
Miller seeks consistency out of bullpen Sep 3, 2008
Miller made his last start on July 13 at the Dodgers, and he opened the second half on the disabled list with right patella tendinitis. The injury set him back until he was reinstated on Monday, when he was immediately thrown into action. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Miller to be among Marlins' callups Sep 1, 2008
Andrew Miller has been on the disabled list since July 18 with right patella tendinitis ... Miller, on the DL with right patella tendinitis, was in the Marlins' clubhouse and throwing a bullpen session before the series finale against the Mets on Sunday. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Surgery over, Rathbone hopes for return to his best form Aug 29, 2008
Rathbone is attempting to reignite his representative career after successful surgery to a torn patella tendon in his left knee. He made a promising comeback in club rugby with Eastern Suburbs - scoring a hat-trick last week. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Miller hints Bishop will start Aug 29, 2008
"I just have to keep getting my reps and hope that I get the opportunity,'' Bishop said.The opportunities ended for Washington and Friehauf. Washington was in his second season with the Riders, dressing for nine games in 2007 and scoring three touchdowns before tearing the patella tendon in his right knee during an October practice. Washington missed the remainder of the season and the Riders' run to the Grey Cup.Washington was slowed by the knee injury this season. Washingston didn't dress... (Canada.com)
Lee to get playing time Aug 28, 2008
As was announced Monday, freshman receiver O Neal Wilder will miss up to six weeks with a subluxed patella. That s an injury that is going to slow a young receiver s progress who had great potential with outstanding potential and great hands, but had a lot to learn, so we re going to have to start all over with him, Croom said. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Miller, Maybin among possible callups Aug 27, 2008
Lefty Andrew Miller, who has been on the disabled list since July 17 with right patella tendinitis, is on a rehab assignment with Class A Jupiter. While Miller opened the season in the Marlins' rotation, the plan for now is to get the 23-year-old back as a reliever. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Anderson has tendinitis in knee Aug 27, 2008
But Anderson tweaked his patella tendon on the turn and throw to second and was replaced with Gary Matthews Jr. after the inning. Anderson was held out of the starting lineup on Monday against the A's but pinch-hit for Robb Quinlan in the eighth inning, grounding out to first base. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Tri-County coaches select players of the week Aug 27, 2008
"Joey is out two to four weeks,'' Jester said. "He has a detached patella tendon. Same injury as last year. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Mailbag: How will park boost economy? Aug 26, 2008
He's been on the disabled list since July 17 with right patella tendinitis. Miller is slotted to get another start with Double-A Carolina. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Ask the Sports Doc: Knee pain Aug 24, 2008
This in turn can cause pain in the front of the knee and can cause cartilage problems on the surface of the kneecap called chondromalacia of the patella. Strengthening the quadriceps muscle can help resolve this pain. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
The Exercise Corner: Think on the box Aug 23, 2008
When done properly, squats will actually strengthen the patella tendon and surrounding knee by way of the hamstrings, hips, and glutes taking over the majority of the work ... No wonder powerlifters who had torn their patella tendons with traditional squats were known not to merely rehab themselves with box squats, but to make huge gains in their total without any further knee problems. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Sidelined pitchers near return for Marlins Aug 21, 2008
Miller, out since July 18 with right patella tendinitis, will pitch for Double-A Carolina on Thursday. The lefty initially was set to start on Tuesday for Carolina, but he was pushed back a couple of days due to a blister. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Sunday Linehan Press Conference Aug 21, 2008
(Opening Remarks) Just to update you on a couple of the injuries; You know obviously (G) Mark Setterstrom, the diagnosis was a fractured Patella, that is what we thought last night and that is what it is ... You break your Patella, however you plant or whatever it is you do. (GridIronGateway.com)
The 'three-man' Aug 18, 2008
Wade, MVP of the 2006 NBA Finals, has been derailed the last two years by a dislocated left shoulder and torn left patella tendon. By mid-May, coach Mike Krzyzewski wasn't sure how healthy he'd be. (USA Today -- Sports)
Tejada Deals With Knee and Self-Doubt Aug 15, 2008
Tejadas injury was described as a patella subluxation in his left knee, and he walked on crutches a few hours after hurting it. But he said his knee has improved in the 10 weeks since he felt a pop during the morning run. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
Olsen won't miss start for Marlins Aug 12, 2008
Miller, on the disabled list since July 18 with right patella tendinitis, will get his third rehab start when he pitchers for Class A Jupiter on Thursday. He'll be on an 80- to 85-pitch limit. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Perez shuts down Florida bats Aug 9, 2008
Marlins LHP Andrew Miller (patella tendinitis in right knee) is scheduled to make a rehab start Saturday for Class-A Jupiter. Paul Lo Duca and the Marlins agreed to a minor league deal Friday, a second chance for the veteran catcher who was released by the slumping Washington Nationals after the trading deadline. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Marlins' Treanor catches in rehab game Aug 3, 2008
Andrew Miller, on the 15-day disabled list since July 18 with patella tendinitis in his right knee, threw a bullpen session Saturday and is scheduled to throw three innings as the starting pitcher for the Gulf Coast League Marlins on Monday -- his first rehab assignment since the injury. Shortstop Hanley Ramirez was in the starting lineup for Saturday's game, hitting leadoff, after being hit right above his left elbow by a 98-mph fastball in his first at-bat on Friday. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Griffey's stay at home more bitter than sweet Aug 2, 2008
In the next few years, he spent more time overcoming injuries - torn patella tendon, torn hamstrings, dislocated shoulder, torn ankle, dislocated toe - than hitting homers. An All-Century outfielder in the 1990s with Seattle, he was a part-time player in Cincinnati. (WKRC.com, OH)
Cleveland Browns' Gary Baxter meets with Wendell Davis, another player who tore two patella tendons Jul 26, 2008
He walked him over to the sidelines and introduced him to Wendell Davis, the only other player in the NFL to suffer two torn patella tendons on the same play ... When Baxter first suffered his two torn patella tendons in October 2006, he didn't want to hear anything about Davis, who never made it back onto the field despite trying for two years ... Davis, who tore his patella tendons in Philadelphia in 1993 when his feet got stuck in the turf, thought about calling Baxter -- and then decided... (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Sanchez nearing return to Marlins Jul 26, 2008
Lefty Andrew Miller, who went on the DL on July 17 with right patella tendinitis, is throwing off the mound in Jupiter, Fla. He could be facing batters in the next few days. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Dolphins work out rookie lineman Pedro Sosa, no offer made Jul 23, 2008
He injured his left patella tendon during a November practice and re-injured it during East/West Shrine game practices. The injury eventually required surgery. (The Palm Beach Post)
Webber works to walk on at Fresno State Jul 21, 2008
This is with a knee now stabilized by a ligament from a cadaver attached by Fresno orthopedist Eric Hanson in a procedure called patella tendon allograft. This is about months of four- and five-day-a-week rehabilitation and training. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
MLB notebook: Hampton suffers another setback Jul 20, 2008
He replaces left-hander Andrew Miller, who was placed on the 15-day DL with patella tendinitis in his right knee. The Cubs placed Jon Lieber on the 15-day DL because of a right foot strain and recalled infielder Micah Hoffpauir from Class AAA Iowa. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Reed: Jackson battles injuries, sets sight on international competition Jul 17, 2008
"I had a partial tear of the patella tendon in my right knee," he said. "It was something I had been dealing with the entire season. It just snapped on me.". (ESPN -- College Sports)
Willis setting sights on return to Majors Jul 13, 2008
Team physician Dr. Stephen Lemos diagnosed Willis with patella tendinitis in his right knee and gave him a cortisone shot. Wearing a special brace on the knee, Willis had several bullpen sessions this week with pitching coach Chuck Hernandez. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
L.A. Sparks sign Abington hoops star Jul 8, 2008
When she did return from the injury lesions under the patella the Mystics had already signed Crystal Smith and the writing was on the wall. Jacobs wasn t out of work long. Released on June 23, she was contacted by the Sparks less than an hour after the news hit the transaction wire. (Scranton Times, PA)
They Said What? Jul 4, 2008
"It was for a complete tear. On the first injury I used a cadaver, which did not work well with my body because it didnt hold. This time I used my patella (patellar tendon).". Defensive Coordinator Greg Blache. (WarpathInsiders.com)
Browns CB shows grit on the mend Jun 30, 2008
It was more ligament structure and not a torn patella tendon, said Holly. There are great players on our roster who have come back from torn [anterior cruciate ligaments] and made the Pro Bowl, including Kellen Winslow and Braylon Edwards. (Cleveland.com)
But seriously, folks, Roberts not ready yet Jun 29, 2008
Roberts, 36, had arthroscopic surgery April 12 to clean up arthritis in the patella femoral joint of his left knee. Bochy said if Roberts continues to progress at this rate, he could start rehab before the All-Star break target date. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
A golfing genius takes a dumb step Jun 20, 2008
The patella tendon ruptured on a touchdown catch, sending him to the operating room again. "If I had known the consequences of it," Rice said, "I wouldn't have come back.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Neu: 'If we win, we're in' Jun 18, 2008
INJURY REPORT: VooDoo defensive back Anthony Floyd is expected to undergo surgery to repair torn patella tendons in both of his knees, a team spokesman said Tuesday. The injury occurred in the first quarter against the Predators. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Predators turn back VooDoo Jun 14, 2008
In addition to losing the game, the VooDoo also lost defensive back Anthony Floyd to an injury when he tore the patella tendon in each of his knees with 13:46 left in the second quarter. Floyd, who was playing in only his second game of the season for the VooDoo, had to be carted off the field. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Schefter: No big deals for unhappy players Jun 13, 2008
Bentley ruptured his patella tendon on the very first play of the first 11-on-11 drill on the opening day of training camp in 2006. Subsequently, Bentley endured two more knee surgeries, and the Browns. (ESPN -- Football News)
With tight end Kellen Winslow in town for minicamp, Cleveland Browns turn attention to center LeCharles Bentley Jun 10, 2008
Bentley has not practiced with the Browns since tearing a patella knee tendon on the first team drill of the 2006 training camp and then suffering complications from a staph infection. The Cleveland native has dedicated the past two years to returning to his hometown team. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
* [HEALTH] These knees are made for dancing Jun 10, 2008
It uses smaller surgical instruments and creates a smaller incision, reduces trauma to soft tissues and avoids moving the patella, or kneecap, during the operation. Among 24 patients who had both knees replaced using the new technique, Bonutti reported that there was an early advantage of less pain, much less need for narcotics and quicker return to function, even for patients who were seriously overweight or out of shape. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Reds 9, Marlins 4 Jun 10, 2008
Then came a succession of major injuriestorn hamstrings, torn patella tendon, separated shoulder, torn anklethat knocked him way off Aarons pace. Nearly knocked him off the map, too. (WKRC.com, OH)
Dodgers could use a boost from Furcal Jun 3, 2008
Jones added he's happy the surgery showed there's nothing wrong with his patella tendon, which he feared may have been the case. The Dodgers also announced the clock has been stopped on injured pitcher Jason Schmidt's Minor League rehab stint. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Tejada Injures Knee During Morning Run May 31, 2008
Trainor said Tejada suffered a patella subluxation in his left knee which is his non-kicking leg during a morning run. Its the same injury the kicker suffered as a soccer player at Springdale High. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
MLAX | Healthy chance: Virginia's Ben Rubeor is talented, but has battled plenty of injuries. Now he hopes to end his career the right way May 23, 2008
Rubeor sprained his medial collateral ligament and partially dislocated his patella - a replica of his injury the previous year. But it was worse than that, Starsia said. (Daily Orange, NY)
Reds 5, Marlins 3 May 14, 2008
NL Florida at Cincinnati Reds shortstop Jeff Keppinger left tonight's game due to a fractured left patella suffered batting in the second inning. Play-By-Play. (USA Today -- Sports)
Reds win, but lose Keppinger May 14, 2008
Keppinger left the game two innings later and X-rays showed a fractured patella that is likely to send him to the disabled list. In the bottom of the fifth, Hairston hit a two-out double to the left-field wall and stole third base. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
