Failed Overbay Deal Is Revealing Nov 14, 2009
Webb has not thrown off a mound since debridement surgery to clean up his right labrum and rotator cuff in August, but the club had to exercise the option within five days of the end of the World Series. "There is risk in everything," general manager Josh Byrnes said. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Lilly undergoes arthroscopic surgery Nov 5, 2009
CHICAGO -- Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly had hoped the discomfort he felt in his left shoulder would go away once he had a chance to rest, but it didn't, and on Tuesday, Lilly underwent a left shoulder arthroscopy and debridement. If his rehab goes well, he could be pitching in April. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
'The Boss' gets 7th title Nov 5, 2009
The Cubs said the arthroscopy and debridement procedure performed Tuesday by Dr. Lewis Yocum in Los Angeles revealed no major damage to Lilly's shoulder. Yocum performed a washout and clean-up of the shoulder during the one-hour surgery. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Inge undergoess successful surgery Nov 5, 2009
The procedure included debridement and repair of the left and right patellar tendons. Inge's knees began bothering him early in the season and became a real problem in June. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
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)
Will Bad Elbows Unite Carpenter and Pujols? Oct 22, 2009
Back to 2007, on May 8 the Cardinals announced that Carpenter underwent arthroscopy of the right elbow with debridement and removal of bone spurs. According to the club, the surgery went well with no unexpected findings. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Pujols Elbow Surgery Wednesday Oct 22, 2009
A very brief press release from the club that followed calls confirms the surgery plans but calls the procedure "an arthoscopic debridement" with no specific mention of spurs. Pujols was scheduled to visit famed surgeon Dr. James Andrews in Birmingham, Alabama on Tuesday. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Cardinals' Pujols Has Successful Surgery Oct 22, 2009
(Sports Network) - St. Louis Cardinals slugger Albert Pujols underwent a successful arthroscopic debridement of bone spurs in his right elbow Wednesday morning. The procedure, which also included the removal of bone chips from the elbow, was performed in Birmingham, Alabama under the direction of Dr. James Andrews. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Cardinals' Pujols to have another elbow operation Oct 21, 2009
The Cardinals said Tuesday in a news release that the two-time NL MVP will undergo a debridement procedure - which could be used to shave bone spurs - this morning in Birmingham, Ala ... The Cardinals said Tuesday in a news release that the two-time NL MVP will undergo a debridement procedure - which. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Pujols to undergo right elbow surgery Oct 21, 2009
Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols will undergo arthroscopic debridement surgery on his right elbow on Wednesday, the team confirmed on Tuesday. The surgery, to remove bone chips in Pujols' elbow, will be performed by team physician George Paletta and Dr. James Andrews in Birmingham, Ala. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Refs could be back in time for season Oct 21, 2009
The Cardinals said the two-time National League MVP will undergo a debridement procedure - which could be used to shave bone spurs - this morning in Birmingham, Ala. under the direction of Dr. James Andrews. (Boston Globe)
Webb: D-backs likely to pick up option Oct 17, 2009
Webb, who won the National League Cy Young Award in 2006 and finished second in the voting in '07 and '08, started on Opening Day this year for the D-backs, but that was his lone appearance of the season as he battled right shoulder issues that eventually required a debridement procedure in August. "We had a constructive meeting," Byrnes said. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Indians' Laporta Undergoes Two Procedures Oct 15, 2009
The arthroscopic hip surgery involved Dr. Marc Philippon performing a debridement of a bony impingement in the joint. Dr. Thomas Clanton operated on the toe, stabilizing the loose joint. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Floyd among three waived by Padres Oct 9, 2009
Meanwhile, right-hander Greg Burke underwent arthroscopic debridement on his right shoulder Wednesday in La Jolla, Calif. Burke, 27, made his Major League debut with the Padres this year and went 3-3 with a 4. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Padres select contract of De La Cruz among other moves Oct 9, 2009
In addition to the moves, righty Greg Burke underwent an arthroscopic debridement on his right shoulder yesterday at Scripps Clinic in La Jolla. The procedure was performed by Dr. Heinz Hoenecke and Dr. Jan Fronek. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Goodwin: Month focuses on family oral health Oct 6, 2009
The dental hygienists of the Northeast Georgia Dental Hygienists' Society encourage you to see your dentist and dental hygienist at least yearly for an exam (which includes a very important oral cancer exam), individualized patient education, professional debridement (cleaning) and other treatments designed to help you keep your teeth. Prevention is the key to maintaining your teeth - and your health - for a lifetime. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Soriano reflects on first surgery Sep 17, 2009
He underwent a debridement on his left knee Tuesday, performed by team orthopedic specialist Stephen Gryzlo. Soriano will skip the Cubs' trip to St. Louis this weekend, but he'll join them in Milwaukee on Monday to begin his rehab and exercises. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Soriano has successful knee surgery Sep 16, 2009
Soriano underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left knee, and the team reported that orthopedic specialist Stephen Gryzlo found acute inflammation and expected cartilage degeneration, and did a debridement. Soriano is expected to join the Cubs in Milwaukee next week to begin his rehab. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Padres' Young opts for shoulder surgery Aug 15, 2009
The procedure is known debridement, which is the removal of lacerated, devitalized or contaminated tissue ... " Young, who will finish the season 4-6 with a 5.21 ERA in 76 innings, made what ended up being two unsuccessful attempts at throwing on the side, the last coming in early July. But even after a spell where he had no pain in the shoulder, the pain eventually came back. "It just plateaued," Young said. Young said he recently spoke with Dodgers pitcher Randy Wolf, who prior to his lone... (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Misonix Announces the Sale of Its Labcaire Business for up to $5.6 Million Aug 5, 2009
Addressing a combined market estimated to be in excess of $3 billion annually; Misonix's proprietary ultrasonic medical devices are used for wound debridement, cosmetic surgery, neurosurgery, laparoscopic surgery, and other surgical and medical applications. Additional information is available on the Company's Web site at. (PR Newswire)
MLB Insiders - Arizona Diamondbacks Aug 5, 2009
Webb had an arthroscopic debridement procedure to clean out debris in his shoulder, Hinch said, and will be sidelined for the rest of the season. Webb will begin throwing in October, agent Jonathan Maurer said in an e-mail to The Associated Press, which could enable the D-backs to have a good read on him before they must make a decision on their $8. (Pittsburgh, TheInsiders.com)
Webb relieved by results of minor surgery Aug 4, 2009
No significant shoulder damage found during debridement ... Instead, Dr. Keith Meister performed what is known as a debridement, which is the surgical removal of lacerated, devitalized or contaminated tissue ... No significant shoulder damage found during debridement. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Lilly's knee surgery goes 'very well' Jul 28, 2009
Lilly underwent a debridement, which is the removal of dead, damaged or infected tissue, in this case in the meniscus, which is cartilage in the knee joint. The 25-minute procedure was done by Cubs team orthopedic specialist Stephen Gryzlo. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Scalp burns painful, need urgent care Jul 19, 2009
Once the burn has cooled, health care professionals will clean the wound and remove all nonhealthy tissue in a process called debridement, Grossman said. This may be accomplished by scrubbing, but if the burn is deep enough, the unhealthy tissue must be shaved away, he said. (CNN -- Health)
Click to read: Jackson Getting Burned: The Video Surfaces Jul 17, 2009
IV Demerol was administered before the debridement but that only made me feel goofy -- I still felt the scalpel on top of the pain from the burn. Anyway, about 3 weeks after the burn, I put the Tylenol 3's down. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Emerging Techniques Put A New Twist On Ankle Repair Jul 3, 2009
Although most injuries to the talus can be successfully treated using traditional "first-line" therapies involving removal of dead tissue (called "debridement") and drilling, about one-fifth to one-quarter of people with ankle injuries need additional "second-line" restorative treatment to heal successfully, said lead author Matthew Mitchell, MD, an orthopaedic surgeon in private practice in Casper, Wyoming ... "In most individuals, results are favorable with reparative techniques, such as... (Science Daily)
Phillies' Myers likely done for season Jun 5, 2009
Myers had arthroscopic bony spur and labral debridement. Orthopaedic surgeon and hip specialist Bryan Kelly performed the surgery at Hospital for Special Surgery in Manhattan. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Briefs | Golf: Tiger Woods triumphs in Memorial Skins Jun 4, 2009
The Eagles called the procedure "a debridement" of the ankle. Westbrook missed one game last season with a high-ankle sprain. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Eagles' Westbrook to undergo ankle surgery Jun 4, 2009
The Eagles called the procedure "a debridement" of the ankle. France had no timetable for Westbrook's return but characterized the procedure as minor. (ESPN -- Football News)
League, union begin talks Jun 4, 2009
The team called the procedure "a debridement" of the ankle. Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was limping because of left knee discomfort during an optional team practice, but did not appear to be seriously injured. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Blog: Ankle could shelve Westbrook until September Jun 4, 2009
(UPDATE: The Eagles released the following statement Wednesday night: "The Philadelphia Eagles today announced that RB Brian Westbrook is scheduled to undergo surgery on Friday, June 5, in Baltimore, MD. The surgery, which will be performed by Dr. Mark Meyerson, is a debridement of his right ankle."). Does it seem like Eagles RB Brian Westbrook is perpetually injured. (USA Today -- Sports)
Eagles' Westbrook set for ankle surgery Friday Jun 4, 2009
The Eagles called the procedure "a debridement" of the ankle. Westbrook missed one game last season with a high ankle sprain. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Cards' Freese undergoes surgery May 20, 2009
The procedure was described as debridement and a cleanup of scar tissue. "It was minor surgery," Mozeliak said, "but invasive enough where he's going to need time to [get back].". (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Misonix Announces Participation in Annual Diabetic Foot Global Conference May 13, 2009
In addition to exhibiting its SonicOne(R) Ultrasonic Wound Cleansing and Debridement System to the approximately 950 clinicians in attendance, Misonix provided an educational grant to support a series of workshops dedicated to improving wound debridement techniques, which was led by Vickie R. Driver, MS, DPM, FACFAS, Director of Clinical Research Foot Care at the Boston Medical Center and Boston University School of Medicine. As part of her lecture, Dr. Driver presented details on the advantages... (PR Newswire)
Injured Marines at risk for abnormal bone growth May 1, 2009
removal of damaged, dead or infected tissue, or 'debridement. The researchers considered variables such as. (EurekAlert!)
A's sit Chavez due to strained elbow Apr 28, 2009
He's been shut down by back surgery, right shoulder surgery (twice), microdiscectomy surgery on his back and a left shoulder debridement. The A's have Chavez under contract through 2010, with a club option for '11. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Cards GM discusses report with Glaus Apr 15, 2009
Glaus, who hit 27 homers and had 99 RBIs last season, his first with the Cardinals, injured the shoulder again and underwent arthroscopic debridement in January. He is rehabbing with a private trainer in Phoenix, where the Cardinals opened a three-game series against the Diamondbacks on Monday. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Maggot Therapy Similar To Standard Care For Leg Ulcers Mar 24, 2009
Debridement (the removal of dead tissue from the ulcer surface) is a common part of ulcer management and is widely viewed as having a role in promoting wound healing. Debridement can be undertaken with a hydrogel, but it has been suggested that larval therapy debrides wounds more swiftly, as well as stimulating healing and reducing infection ... Participants were randomised to receive loose larvae, bagged larvae or hydrogel during the debridement phase, followed by standard treatment. (Science Daily)
BID report: Lugo's surgery routine Mar 20, 2009
If the tear was stitched closed, the recovery could take up to twice as long. More often, especially as patients age, the procedure is a debridement -- trimming out the frayed or loose piece and allowing the joint to move freely again ... Fortunately, before I had a chance to push myself out of my rocking chair, a smiling Dr. Ramappa added, "it would be rare to do it in somebody my age, too ... though not unheard of. Usually the debridement is enough to get us back on track.". (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Maggots may not be miracle healers after all, study suggests Mar 20, 2009
The theory has been that maggots are effective because they "clean out" dead tissue - a process called debridement - stimulating healing and getting rid of bugs such as MRSA in the process ... It comes down to the aim of treatment, if for some reason rapid debridement is important, then you would choose larval therapy ... "It comes down to the aim of treatment. If for some reason rapid debridement is important, then you would choose larval therapy - for example if someone was having a skin... (BBC News -- UK)
BP Daily: Phils' depend on Utley's hip Feb 19, 2009
It does not "know" about Utley's surgery, an arthroscopic debridement of the labrum, nor the way that the hip injury affected the final tallies from Utley's 2008 season. Having hit. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Glaus reports, hopes to be back soon Feb 18, 2009
Glaus underwent arthroscopic surgery for the cleaning out, or debridement, of the labrum and rotator cuff in his right shoulder on Jan. 21. The procedure was a response to discomfort he had felt in the joint dating back to late in the 2008 season. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Glaus sidelined after shoulder surgery Feb 8, 2009
According to general manager John Mozeliak, Glaus had a debridement -- or cleaning out -- of the labrum and rotator cuff of his throwing shoulder. Dr. Lewis Yocum performed the operation in Los Angeles. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
