Williams Wall still waiting Nov 16, 2008
Allen, who is still recovering from an AC joint sprain, was also limited, but is expected to play. The Vikings have yet to make a roster move to replace , who broke his ankle returning a punt in Sundays win over Green Bay. (VikingUpdate.com)
Quick-strike Bucs pose problems for D-line Nov 15, 2008
Allen, however, played through the pain of a third-grade sprain of the AC joint in his right shoulder last Sunday against Green Bay and is expected to do the same this Sunday in Tampa Bay. WR has been a healthy scratch for the past two games and its not clear when or if he will be able to work his way back onto the field. (VikingUpdate.com)
Vikings effectively riding Peterson Nov 13, 2008
Allen, however, played through the grade-sprain of the AC joint in his right shoulder last Sunday against Green Bay and is expected to do the same this week in Tampa Bay. CB went to Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday to see a foot specialist and is expected to have surgery soon on his injured left ankle. (BearReport.com)
Petersons performances stick out Nov 10, 2008
played Sunday despite suffering what he said was a grade-3 sprain of the AC joint in his right shoulder a week before. That is the most severe injury on a one-to-three grade system and can keep players out for two to four weeks. (BearReport.com)
Allen fuels speculation Nov 7, 2008
Childress wasn't surprised that Kubiak commented on the hit "from the standpoint that he lost his quarterback for an extended period of time. Youre usually trying to advocate those guys. After dismissing discussion of Kubiaks contentions, the focus turned to Allens right shoulder. He suffered a strain of the AC joint that reportedly required a pain-killing injection for him to return to action Sunday. Such injuries are graded on a scale of one to three. As was expected, head coach... (VikingUpdate.com)
Vikings dont diminish importance of Packers Nov 7, 2008
DE Jared Allen said Wednesday he has a grade-3 sprain of the AC joint in his right shoulder, meaning it would be the most serious sprain and could indicate a torn ligament. Allen did not practice Wednesday and there appears a good chance he wont be able to play Sunday against Green Bay. (VikingUpdate.com)
Jimmy Clausen and David Grimes Press Conference Transcript (Nov. 5) Nov 7, 2008
There was one week where I got my shoulder banged up pretty bad, my AC joint, but I still played. Q. I know you went through some of that last year where you sat out a couple games. (Und.com)
Packers doubt Vikes' Allen will sit out Nov 7, 2008
I think he ll play, Packers coach Mike McCarthy said of Allen, who suffered a sprained AC joint in the Vikings 28-21 victory over Houston on Sunday. I think he is an old-school type pro and we are preparing for him to play. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Allen uncertain if he can shoulder the load Nov 7, 2008
Allen, who has not practiced this week and appears to be a long shot to play, said he suffered a grade-3 sprain, or separation, of the AC joint in his right shoulder during the Vikings victory over Houston on Sunday. A third-degree sprain is the most serious and often indicates a torn ligament. (BearReport.com)
Allen suffers shoulder sprain Nov 5, 2008
Defensive end Jared Allen could miss some time after suffering a sprained AC joint (shoulder) in Sundays game, but the Vikings werent divulging the severity of the injury just yet ... Allen suffered a sprained AC joint in the first half of the Vikings 28-21 win over the. (VikingUpdate.com)
Pat Williams still waiting on league action Nov 5, 2008
With s availability in question because of a sprained AC joint (right shoulder), the Vikings can ill-afford to lose the Williams Wall for even a game much less against a hated rival like the Packers. The NFL is providing no information about the progress of its investigation or when/if any suspensions will be handed down. (VikingUpdate.com)
Notebook: Robison ready if needed Nov 5, 2008
Allens teammates said he was a tough guy for playing the second half with his sprained AC joint. to read the rest of this story. (BearReport.com)
Vikings sack leader Allen has sprained shoulder Nov 4, 2008
He described the injury as a sprained AC joint in the shoulder. That is a painful, painful injury to live with, particularly where he plays, Childress said. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Riley has confidence in Moevao and Canfield Nov 4, 2008
He has got the shoulder deal, either a muscle or an AC joint, Riley said. It s very sore. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Beavs vanquish ghosts past in 27-25 thriller Nov 2, 2008
And he may have to be, there was no official early word on Moevao but it looked for all the world like it might have been a sprained AC joint and if so, those often take, at least, a game or two to heal up. BF.C will let you know as soon as there's word and will continue to track it throughout the coming week. (BeaverFootball.com)
Injuries a problem in AFL Oct 23, 2008
Gartrell's injury was revealed to be a Grade 3 separation of the AC joint in his shoulder. The good news is that it's his non-throwing shoulder, but the University of San Francisco product's 000016CF AFL stint is over and he's likely to be rehabbing for the next few months. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Survival mode seems Aztecs' only option Oct 14, 2008
Starting quarterback Ryan Lindley, who did not play Saturday after suffering a sprained AC joint and a slight separation of his throwing shoulder against TCU a week earlier, might have a chance to play against New Mexico. Lindley, who threw during pregame warm-ups Saturday and again during yesterday's workout, ranks second in the conference in passing and total offense. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Second-half collapse dooms Aztecs in loss Oct 13, 2008
Without quarterback Ryan Lindley, who suffered a sprain of the AC joint and a slight separation of his throwing shoulder a week earlier, the Aztecs already were operating at a substantial disadvantage. When paired against Air Force, however, it's the SDSU defense that typically suffers most, and this occasion proved no exception. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Rivera undergoes minor shoulder surgery Oct 8, 2008
Tests revealed inflammation and calcification on top of the AC joint in the 38-year-old reliever's right shoulder. The procedure is considered relatively minor. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Rivera's surgery slated for Tuesday Oct 4, 2008
Tests revealed inflammation and calcification on top of the AC joint in the 38-year-old reliever's right shoulder. "You learn how to deal with it," Rivera said. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Embattled line Sep 25, 2008
CLEMSON, (S.C.) - Jamarcus Grant, a fourth-year junior left guard, is the latest member of Clemson's offensive front to get hit with the injury bug, sustaining a sprain of his AC joint on Tuesday. In this Thursday notebook, Wednesday night conversations with Brad Scott, Chris Hairston, and Grant. (Clemson Sports -- Rivals.com)
Are honest e-mails really the best policy? Sep 19, 2008
Pittsburgh at Philadelphia (-3 1/2) - Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said quarterback Ben Roethlisberger sprained the AC joint in his shoulder. Whew. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
The Bell Tolls Sep 19, 2008
The real swing factor might be the array of blitzes that Eagles D-coordinator Jim Johnson cooks up to test the league's top-rated passer, , nursing a sprained AC joint. Bet on it: There's indeed videotape of playing against the Dolphins, and this is no Spygate joke. (USA Today -- Sports)
Sports in 2 Minutes Sep 17, 2008
Tomlin said Roethlisberger sprained his AC joint, an injury to the ligaments that attach the collarbone to the shoulder blade. Article Rating. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Seattle signs Robinson Sep 17, 2008
Tomlin said Roethlisberger sprained his AC joint, an injury to the ligaments that attach the collarbone to the shoulder blade. BROWNS DEFENDER OUT: Browns defensive end Robaire Smith will miss the rest of the season after being placed on injured reserve Tuesday because of a left Achilles' injury. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Another injury for Tigers reliever Zumaya Sep 13, 2008
Zumaya had AC joint reconstruction on his right shoulder Oct. 31, rehabilitated and returned to pitch for the Tigers on June 20. He was 0-2 with a 3. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
The forecast Sep 13, 2008
He is nursing a first-degree sprain on an AC joint, but told reporters multiple times this week he expects to be 100-percent for NCSU. Red-shirt freshman trigger-man Willy Korn got on the boards against the Bulldogs, throwing for 81 yards. The two represent arguably the strongest two-deep at QB in the ACC. Advantage: CLEMSON. (Clemson Sports -- Rivals.com)
Zumaya has stress fracture in shoulder Sep 13, 2008
Zumaya missed the first 2 1/2 months of the season after surgery last fall to repair the AC joint in his throwing shoulder. He made 21 appearances out of the bullpen with mixed results before the team decided to rest him in mid-August with what was termed a sore right shoulder. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Padres Slow Dodgers Pennant Train Sep 10, 2008
Schmidt to Have Surgery Stop me if you have heard this before, but will have arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder to clean up scar tissue that was preventing him from getting over the top enough in his delivery and also to repair "arthritic changes in the AC joint.". He will begin rehabbing several days after the surgery and resume throwing within six weeks. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Harper battling shoulder ailment Sep 10, 2008
"I had a first degree sprain on my AC joint, same shoulder, different joint. It's nothing too serious. I was getting treatment like four times a day last week. My shoulder was a little tired, a little weak. I've been getting great treatment. It is feeling better and better every day. I'm excited about that. I'm just glad I was able to go out and perform on Saturday. It'll get better day in and day out.". "It was a little tired (on Saturday). It didn't really hurt. It was just a little worn out... (Clemson Sports -- Rivals.com)
Doctor dives in to repair Torres' shoulder Aug 29, 2008
"She was doing quite well, but over time she developed this degenerative arthritis problem in the AC joint." The AC, or acromioclavicular joint, at the top of the shoulder, joins the collarbone to the shoulder. Chalal said that at the start of this year, , who maintained a grueling training schedule in the run-up to the Olympics, received cortisone injections and started taking anti-inflammatories. (CNN -- Health)
Bell: Alex Smith looking strong, but not smart Aug 12, 2008
The AC joint is where the most lateral point of the shoulder (the acromion) meets the collar bone (clavicle). This injury is common among quarterbacks because they constantly are being thrown or driven into the ground, with the point of impact being directly over the AC joint ... A Grade III, or complete separation, is a complete disruption of the ligaments that support the AC joint. (ESPN -- Football News)
Packing It Up Aug 9, 2008
Another young tight end, true freshman (Hughson, CA/Central Catholic HS) sat out again on Friday with a bruised AC joint but is expected to be back by Sunday's practice after Saturday's travel day. TIGHT END, PART III. (Unlvrebels.com)
Henson faces suspension Aug 6, 2008
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Bok stars to face Pumas Aug 5, 2008
Habana suffered an aggravation of his AC joint from the Test in Perth. He has not been involved in any contact sessions since the squad reassembled last week. (iAfrica.com)
Sheens's men tune up for Friday night fever Aug 4, 2008
WESTS TIGERS players won't even bother watching yesterday's record 56-4 win over the embattled Bulldogs as they prepare for Friday night's crucial clash with St George Illawarra at WIN Stadium. With Canberra crashing 34-6 in Brisbane and the Titans and Warriors also losing at the weekend, the Tigers have moved into eighth place on for-and-against after equalling their biggest winning margin of 52 points (54-2 v the Bulldogs in 2005) and their highest number of points scored in a match (56-6 v... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Legs falling off Dragons' NRL finals bid Aug 4, 2008
Ryles' quad strain is at least another week away from being right while Gasnier (corked leg) and Morris (AC joint) should both return against Brisbane next week. But the Dragons could find themselves out of the top eight by the time they face the Broncos on Friday week, with the Tigers one of seven other sides chasing the three remaining finals berths. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Sharks look to nail top-four NRL finish Aug 3, 2008
Their plight was made all the more difficult with Justin Poore (knee) and Brett Morris (AC joint) picking up injuries which should keep them out of the game with the Tigers. Skipper Mark Gasnier (quad) and prop Jason Ryles (thigh) are also no certainties to return to action after missing the loss to the Sharks. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Tigers beat White Sox, Rodney steps in as closer Jul 28, 2008
Zumaya, who had reconstructive surgery nine months ago on the AC joint in his right shoulder, will be evaluated daily. Leyland informed Jones of the move Saturday night. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
More starts, more comfort for Gardner Jul 20, 2008
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Flack Faces Career Decision Jul 17, 2008
"They are going to clean out the AC joint on top of the shoulder, Flack said. The doctors at Carolina advised me that it would not get better without the procedure.". As a result of the surgery, if he opts to continue his playing career, itd have to wait until next season. (InsideCarolina.com)
Yankees midterm report Jul 17, 2008
OF Damon -- Hit the disabled list for the first time in his career on July 6 with a sprain and contusion of the left AC joint of the left shoulder. His best-case return would be 15 days, and his throwing may be limited. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Rookie Gardner has big shoes to fill Jul 6, 2008
As the Yankees prepare to decide whether to place Damon on the disabled list -- his bruised left shoulder and strain of its left AC joint suggests it's highly possible -- Gardner is manning left field. The 24-year-old Gardner, whose contract was purchased from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Monday, said he hopes Damon returns soon from the injury -- which the veteran sustained in a collision with the left-field fence Friday -- although Damon acknowledged that this would be his best time to go... (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Damon could land on DL for first time Jul 6, 2008
X-rays were taken at Yankee Stadium, which came back negative, and Damon was taken for an MRI exam at New York-Presbyterian Hospital, which revealed a bruise and a sprain of his shoulder's left AC joint. Damon said the shoulder still felt sore, though he was able to sleep with some careful positioning. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Red Sox benefit from bizarre play in Bronx Jul 6, 2008
Instead of making a catch that would have ended the frame for the Red Sox, Damon was forced to leave the game with what was later diagnosed as a contusion and sprain of the AC joint of his left shoulder. "You know when Johnny leaves a game, something's wrong," Red Sox manager Terry Francona said. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
GAME REPORT: Red Sox 6, Yankees 4 Jul 5, 2008
AL Boston at N.Y. Yankees Yankees OF Johnny Damon had an MRI at NY Presbyterian Hospital and has a contusion and sprain of the left ac joint. He is listed as day-to-day. (USA Today -- Sports)
Soggy affair ends in sordid fashion Jul 5, 2008
Instead, Damon slammed his left shoulder into the wall, suffering a contusion and sprain to his AC joint. Youkilis raced around the bases, two runs scored and the ball flipped up to the top of the wall, dropping to the warning track as a fan pointed frantically to Damon through the plexiglass windows. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Four-Run Eighth Sparks Padres Over Tigers Jun 21, 2008
He needed to have reconstructive surgery of the AC joint in his right shoulder after suffering the injury while moving personal items during the California wildfires last Fall. The Tigers jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the first as Granderson crushed Maddux's third pitch of the game for his 16th career lead-off home run. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
No fracture for relieved Clinton Jun 16, 2008
However, Clinton will definitely miss this Friday's home clash against Wests Tigers after being diagnosed with a grade two AC joint injury. He is expected to be sidelined for up to three weeks. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Zumaya impressive in rehab stint Jun 16, 2008
Polanco's RBI single. Guillen's RBI double. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Smoltz says he hopes to pitch again Jun 14, 2008
including his labrum, AC joint and biceps. The Atlanta righty said he hopes the surgery ends the pain that has limited. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Surgery doesn't slow Smoltz's return plans Jun 14, 2008
"That was one of the unknowns. If you have arthritic changes, that can cause some long-term problems, so they were very excited about that. "Every issue (Andrews) described to me, whether it was the labrum, AC joint, the biceps, he feels like he's addressed them all and fixed them. Now it will be up to the healing process and to re-engage my shoulder. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Smoltz pleased with outcome of surgery Jun 14, 2008
" "When I get to those points of functionality, I want to be able to do some of the things where I'd be able to feel like I'm getting closer," he said. Smoltz said the doctors excitedly told him no arthritic changes existed in his shoulder, which could have caused long-term problems. He was also told that the five or six issues the doctors addressed -- which included the AC joint, biceps and labrum -- had all been reversed. After experiencing discomfort in his right shoulder in late April,... (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Long road back almost over for Zumaya Jun 13, 2008
When asked about his toughest time through this whole process, he points to the day when he actually had to make a final decision on whether to have the surgery that would repair the AC joint in his throwing shoulder. It was his only chance to play again, but it also a virtually unprecedented surgery for a pitcher. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Zumaya struggles in rehab outing Jun 12, 2008
Joel Zumaya has not pitched in the big leagues in 2008, but is hoping to return soon. Verlander goes the distance. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Bulldogs say Lake no fake Apr 21, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. April 21, 2008 - 8:14PM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Australia's King of the Cobbles strapped in for another rocky ride Apr 12, 2008
" The South Australian, whose career includes Olympic and Commonwealth Games gold medals, Tour de France stage wins and spells in the race's yellow and green jerseys, almost makes it sound simple. As the defending champion, he will command respect in the Paris-Roubaix peloton - and a little extra space on the narrow country roads where the cobblestones are the size of loaves of bread. Regardless of such advantages, the journey is still painfully bone-jarring and long, no matter the conditions.... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Crusaders to unveil rookie No 10 Apr 8, 2008
Stephen Brett, who injured the AC joint in his right shoulder against the Cheetahs on March 15 while playing in the No 12 jersey, can also play first five-eighths but Deans is reluctant to rush him back too early. "Hamish is likely to start. If Stephen does get himself into a position to be considered it will be off the bench," Deans said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Sanchez's shoulder 'worse' after Bucs loss Mar 22, 2008
Back last September, the Pirates reported that the minor arthroscopic surgery on Sanchez's AC joint would keep him down for six to eight weeks, after which he could resume a close-to-normal offseason workout plan. At the time, doctors told Sanchez that he could be expec 00003901 ted to be at full strength at the open of Spring Training. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Crusaders thrash Cheetahs 55-7 Mar 15, 2008
Brett left the field favouring the shoulder and coach Robbie Deans later said he was in some pain and it was feared Brett had injured his AC joint. That aside, the Cheetahs did little to stall the home side's progress and with the result signed, sealed and effectively delivered by halftime, Deans took the opportunity to rest captain Richie McCaw, halfback Andrew Ellis and prop Ben Franks for the second spell. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Shoulder Separation Mar 10, 2008
The of the shoulder passes under the AC joint, and is protected by it ... The blow to the shoulder results in either sprain or tear of one or both of the ligaments that support the AC joint ... A patient with a Grade I separation is tender over the AC joint, but there is no deformity of the joint. (Suite101.com)
Tahu out for Waratahs Mar 6, 2008
In better news for the Waratahs, fullback Lachie Turner will play after suffering an AC joint injury in last Saturday's win over the Highlanders in Dunedin. His shadow, 18-year-old Rob Horne, will now make his Super 14 debut from the bench as Mafi's replacement. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
It's grim up north for ELVs Mar 4, 2008
Monday March 3, 2008. THE possibility of the experimental law variations (ELVs) being used in this year's Tri Nations series and the 2011 World Cup has faded dramatically because of intense opposition from the northern hemisphere. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Tahs' Turner for the worse Mar 3, 2008
Turner, who has been diagnosed with a "grade one or two" AC joint injury, has been put on anti-inflammatories and is undergoing constant ice treatment in a bid to regain fitness for the Brumbies clash. "Hopefully I can [play] because it is a big one. I have been looking forward to this for a year now," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Northern unions threaten ELVs: O'Neill Mar 3, 2008
It's grim up north for ELVs - rugbyheaven07. Monday March 3, 2008. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
