Injured Dodgers close to returning Sep 8, 2008
Additionally, catcher Gary Bennett this week will undergo sonic shock therapy on his foot to break up plantar fasciitis that has kept him on the disabled list since May 19. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Furcal May Be Able to Help Out Sep 6, 2008
C Gary Bennett (plantar fasciitis in left foot) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 19, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on June 25. He had a setback in mid-June, and there was no timetable for his return. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Innova Memphis invests in vaccine developer Vaxent Sep 4, 2008
It also causes other diseases such as necrotizing fasciitis (flesh-eating disease) and rheumatic fever, which occurs primarily in adults. The science behind these products was developed at the in Memphis. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Foot injury derails Pappas' decathlon Aug 22, 2008
Just like in Athens in 2004 when he bowed out during the pole vault on the second day, plantar fasciitis was the culprit, only this time to his right foot instead of his left ... Plantar fasciitis is an extremely painful condition that occurs with an inflammation to the plantar fascia, which helps support the arch of the foot. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Woman Loses Eye to Flesh-Eating Bacteria Aug 14, 2008
The mother-of-two was taken to Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital where she was diagnosed with a necrotizing fasciitis infection, also called flesh-eating bacteria, and placed in the intensive care unit ... Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare bacterial infection that attacks the skin and the soft tissues beneath it including fat and the tissue covering the muscles causing it to decay. (Fox News)
How Flesh-eating Bacteria Attack Immune System Aug 14, 2008
Among the most important of all bacterial pathogens, Strep is responsible for a wide range of diseases from simple strep throat to life-threatening conditions such as necrotizing fasciitis ("flesh-eating disease") and toxic shock syndrome ... The UC San Diego team used a molecular genetic approach for their studies, knocking out the gene encoding the SpyCEP from a pathogenic strep strain that was originally isolated from a patient suffering from necrotizing fasciitis. (Science Daily)
Sore, sorry Jana eyes 2012 Jul 14, 2008
The two-time world champion withdrew from next month's Olympics with several injuries, including back, hamstring and calf problems as well as plantar fasciitis ... Plantar fasciitis in left plantar fascia - the band on the bottom of her foot. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Neglect blamed for maternity unit death at Northwick Park Hospital May 31, 2008
She was also infected with the flesh-eating bacteria necrotising fasciitis. Premalatha Jeevagan, 27, of Greenford, west London, died in May 2004 after a haemorrhage during a caesarean section. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Dancing it off May 10, 2008
"Well, I've also had plantar fasciitis and heel (stones) that made it hurt to stand. ... Oh, and I had stress fracture in my fibula. Right leg. That was around the same time as the hip thing." ... And did you know that lead performer Jack Hansen has danced through painful plantar fasciitis in both feet. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Inge catching time as backup backstop May 3, 2008
Though Vance Wilson's arm has progressed well in recent weeks after struggling to regain strength following Tommy John elbow ligament replacement surgery last summer, he has a case of plantar fasciitis in one of his feet that has halted his rehab. He's expected to resume catching bullpen sessions soon, but he still faces game work and a Minor League rehab assignment. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Tigers' Wilson's injury hindering rehab May 2, 2008
04/29/2008 9:07 PM ET Wilson's injury hindering arm rehab Veteran catcher has chronic plantar fasciitis in foot By Jason Beck / MLB.com ... A bout of chronic plantar fasciitis has slowed Wilson's rehab just as he was close to playing in extended Spring Training games ... Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation in the ligament that connects the heel bone to the toes. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Meeting the challenge Apr 18, 2008
Tendon problems, plantar fasciitis, bad weather, and sickness hampered the 22-year-old recent college graduate's training. He never ran more than 14 miles in his training before one of the aforementioned problems cropped up, he said. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Women athletes win equal time on injury list Apr 14, 2008
Plantar fasciitis, in which activity can cause tiny tears in heel tissue. Compartment syndrome in runners, in which lower leg muscles get too tight for the surrounding space, causing severe pain. (Boston Globe)
Inquiry into deaths of three new mothers Apr 14, 2008
Doctors found she was infected with the flesh-eating bacteria necrotising fasciitis. She died on March 20 from multi-organ failure caused by blood poisoning. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Giambi wants to prove defensive might Apr 3, 2008
Girardi also suffered from plantar fasciitis toward the tail end of his career in the big leagues, so he can sympathize with what Giambi went through last year, when he hit. 236 with 14 homers and 39 RBIs in 83 games. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Wade Injury Spin: Replacing greatness Mar 15, 2008
Primarily used to treat plantar fasciitis (inflammation of the arch of the foot) and lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), the Ossatron delivers Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), or acoustic pressure waves via an electrohydraulic system, in an attempt to stimulate tissue repair and ultimately decrease pain and disability. Sound painful. (ESPN -- Golf News)
The Redbird Report 03/03 Mar 4, 2008
Last season, Glaus was limited to 120 games and 20 home runs as he battled a plantar fasciitis condition in his left foot while he was playing on artificial turf. That condition presumably has been corrected by surgery. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
What is Plantar Fasciitis ? (2) Mar 1, 2008
What is Plantar Fasciitis ... Plantar Fasciitis (PF) is a common diagnosis for foot and/or heel pain ... What Causes Plantar Fasciitis. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Fishing writer battles flesh-eating bug Feb 26, 2008
Millichamp, a manager for Fish and Game, was diagnosed with a rare bacterial infection, necrotising fasciitis, after he had to be evacuated from the hunting and fishing trip with friends ... Necrotising fasciitis can destroy skin and the soft tissues beneath it, including fat and the tissue covering the muscles. (The Age)
Saving Monica Feb 11, 2008
Bob Wilson put together the signs and symptoms of something that up until then had been called everything from a "killer bug" to "galloping gangrene" and proposed the term "necrotizing fasciitis." Necrosis is the death of cells or tissues through disease or trauma; fascia refers to the thick covering of the muscles, like the glue and nails that bind a floor to a foundation ... What makes necrotizing fasciitis [pronounced NECK-RO-TIE-ZING FASH-EE-EYE-TIS] such a terrifying streptococcal infection... (Boston Globe)
Conway contributes with class: ‘Tough' Lady Griz senior overcomes nagging injury Feb 7, 2008
Lady Griz senior Dana Conway was diagnosed with plantar fasciitis last summer ... It was plantar fasciitis, a condition that first started bothering her as a junior. (Missoulian, MT)
Using Flower Power To Fight Foot Woes Feb 5, 2008
Tony Vlahovic went to see his sister nearly five months ago in excruciating pain from plantar fasciitis, an overuse injury that affects the sole of the foot. Tony, a sports medicine therapist, told his sister that he could barely walk, and as a result, he couldn't function properly at his job as a physical therapist, or do any of the activities he enjoyed such as jogging. (Science Daily)
MGH Center is a pioneer in knee repair Feb 4, 2008
Suffering from a debilitating case of plantar fasciitis (two seasons ago), Youkilis benefited from an innovative, noninvasive technique tested and put into practice at the center ... It has been FDA approved and become one of the leading ways of treating advanced or debilitating plantar fasciitis in the athlete, said Theodore. (Boston Globe)
Four Common Injuries in Runners Feb 2, 2008
Ailments of the Lower Leg and How to Avoid Them. Many individuals will be running for exercise as the weather begins to improve. (Suite101.com)
Yankees Spring Training quick hits Feb 2, 2008
The Official Site of The New York Yankees: News: New York Yankees News. Alex Rodriguez enters the 2008 season with 518 home runs and a. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Rolen-Glaus: Another Challenge Trade Jan 21, 2008
Glaus was severely hobbled by plantar fasciitis in 2007, ultimately requiring surgery (no small matter) when it ruptured, and played a total of just 149 games combined in 2003 and 2004. Rolen has been severely limited by a left shoulder injury in two of the last three years, requiring a total of three surgeries. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Cards turn new leaf with trade Jan 17, 2008
Glaus underwent September surgery to treat plantar fasciitis, a condition which plagued him for much of the 2007 season. "Everything so far has been going as planned, and actually a little bit ahead of schedule," he said. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Cardinals finalize deal for Glaus Jan 16, 2008
Glaus, 31, played through plantar fasciitis in 2007 while putting up a. 262 batting average, a. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Rolen gets first taste of Toronto Jan 16, 2008
Last year, Glaus was in and out of Toronto's lineup with a variety of left foot problems, stemming from a troublesome case of plantar fasciitis. The third baseman wasn't comfortable playing on the FieldTurf at Rogers Centre in Toronto and asked if Ricciardi would explore trading him. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Flesh-eating bug strikes San Francisco's gay community Jan 16, 2008
The bug causes boils and abscesses and can lead to necrotising pneumonia, which eats away the lungs, and necrotising fasciitis, which destroys the flesh. In the Castro district, one in 588 people is carrying the bug compared to a rate of one in 3,800 in the general city population. (Independent)
NEW Bonner's Blog Entry Jan 15, 2008
When he reached Duncan, he got his attention and blurted out, "I got this plantar fasciitis, and I read that you wore some sort of boot to bed to help deal with the soreness. I've been wearing the boot, but it's not doing a thing. What should I do?" Duncan looked absolutely dumbfounded, and admitted that he did not know what to say. The guy looked extremely disappointed that Duncan did not possess some plantar fasciitis healing secret, and walked away. (Umassathletics.com)
Glaus for Rolen deal in the works Jan 13, 2008
Glaus suffered from plantar fasciitis and eventually had a nerve decompression procedure performed on his ailing foot in September. Glaus' issues, which included allegations of steroid use in an SI.com report in September, came one year after he launched 38 homers and drove in 104 RBIs in 153 games for the Jays in 2006. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Production potential at corners rides on health Jan 10, 2008
25 million player option for '09, suffered from plantar fasciitis in the foot, leading to constant pain and some ankle problems at times. "I feel bad for the guy, because it started in Spring Training," Jays general manager J.P. Ricciardi said at the end of the season. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Wizards' Butler among top stat-sheet fillers Jan 4, 2008
Last year, battling plantar fasciitis, Miller averaged 9. 0 points, 6. (USA Today -- Sports)
Maurice Stokes could head the list of promising careers cut tragically short. Jan 4, 2008
Williams' career was hampered by plantar fasciitis. Then, as Michael Lampers of Akron notes, Larry Nance and Mark Price also suffered significant injuries, qualifying the Cavs as one of the league's all-time bad-luck teams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Maternity unit inquiry over same day delivery deaths Jan 4, 2008
The bacterium does not always give rise to infection, but can at worst cause necrotising fasciitis - severe infection with death of areas of soft tissue below the skin - streptococcal toxic shock syndrome, and scarlet fever. . (Guardian Unlimited)
Researchers seek to make cavity-causing bacteria self-destruct Jan 3, 2008
Between them, strep and staph bacteria are responsible for meningitis, pneumonia, sepsis, methicillin-resistant staph aureus, the flesh-eating infection (fasciitis), as well as infections on heart valves and around stents. While FabM represents a major target for the design of new drugs, the focus of the next round of work is to identify and rank every one of the 2,000 known S. mutans genes that contributes to its fitness (ability to survive, out-compete other strains and cause disease). (EurekAlert!)
A Green & Yellow Sunset Inside Scoop Jan 2, 2008
Catron was battling plantar fasciitis and suffered the tear in the first half of Oregon's 81-73 win Friday over Mount St. Mary's at McArthur Court. Oregon coach Ernie Kent said either forward Frantz Dorsainvil or guard Kamyron Brown will take Catron's spot in the lineup. (Oregon Sports -- Rivals.com)
Jays' progress slowed by injuries Dec 27, 2007
Glaus' health problems also continued, and it was revealed that he was suffering from plantar fasciitis in his left foot, which would eventually need surgery. As if that weren't enough, Wells admitted he was battling an injured left shoulder, opting for season-ending surgery in September. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Wally's world got rocked Dec 23, 2007
West, however, has been sidelined by plantar fasciitis and hasn't played since Dec. 2 ... And five of the wins came without the team's leading scorer and rebounder, LaMarcus Aldridge, who was out with plantar fasciitis. (Boston Globe)
Blazers turn around year with unlikely streak Dec 21, 2007
The 6-foot-11 forward was having trouble with plantar fasciitis in his right foot. "I wanted it for him so he could feel the streak," general manager Kevin Pritchard said after the Blazers' latest victory. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Roy lifts Blazers to 8th straight win Dec 18, 2007
Portlands LaMarcus Aldridge has battled plantar fasciitis. Peja Stojakovic sat out with a strained left groin for the second game after reinjuring it. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Playing with happy feet Dec 16, 2007
Casey Campbell/Corvallis Gazette-Times OSU sophomore Seth Tarver was hampered last year by a case of plantar fasciitis, but is healthy and leading the Beavers in scoring ... There s the Mayo Clinic s rather sterile medical definition for plantar fasciitis: A stabbing or burning heel pain, caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia, the tissue along the bottom of your foot that connects your heel bone to your toes ... Anyone who has had plantar fasciitis can attest to how painful it can be,... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Heat waives Hardaway after long slump Dec 13, 2007
In the years that followed, hes battled plantar fasciitis, more knee surgery, thumb surgery and even more knee surgery. He worked through all that and earned a shot with Miami. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Doherty off to fast start Dec 12, 2007
But, he was hit by a case of Plantar Fasciitis, causing ligament damage in his foot. After six games, it became obvious that he was unable to play at the level that he was accustomed to. (Scranton Times, PA)
The Tuesday Inside Scoop Dec 12, 2007
" debate with an actual playoff.I dare say Washington State got it as right with Wulff, he of the deep Inland Empire roots, as the school did when Sterk arranged the package deal that brought Dick Bennett and his son Tony from the Midwest to reconfigure a dormant basketball program.If Sterk thought out of the box with his gambit to bring Bennett the Elder out of retirement from Wisconsin and his hiring of women's basketball coach June Daugherty after Washington decided it needed more, well,... (Oregon Sports -- Rivals.com)
Report: Blazers' Aldridge to miss at least a week Dec 11, 2007
Portland's leading scorer and top rebounder, will be sidelined at least a week after an MRI showed the front court player was suffering from plantar fasciitis in his right foot, according to a published report. "The doctors are telling us at least a week,'' coach Nate McMillan told The Oregonian on Monday night. "It could calm down sooner, or it could be longer. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Glaus cleared in steroids probe Dec 7, 2007
The Official Site of Toronto Blue Jays: News: Toronto Blue Jays News. Troy Glaus is entering his third season with the Jays, after being traded to Toronto in '06. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
The latest negative-heel footwear promises a workout by walking Nov 26, 2007
Elizabeth Gjelten, 55, of San Francisco, got her MBTs on the recommendation of a friend, to help with plantar fasciitis, a painful inflammation of the bottom of the foot usually felt as pain in the arch, near the heel. "I put them on and instantly I was pain-free," says Gjelten. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Chicken Pox Vaccination Should Be Introduced For Children In The UK, Researchers Urge Nov 19, 2007
The complications included septic shock, pneumonia, and encephalitis, as well as uncoordinated movement (ataxia), toxic shock syndrome, and "flesh eating" bacterial infection (necrotising fasciitis). Almost half the children (46%) had additional bacterial infections. (Science Daily)
Revealed: The superbug's superbug Nov 12, 2007
CA-MRSA causes severe skin infections, including "flesh-eating" necrotising fasciitis, and potentially fatal blood poisoning. It is now the cause of the majority of infections that result in trips to the emergency room in US hospitals, the New England Journal of Medicine reported last year. (iAfrica.com)
Chickenpox jab should be added to MMR, scientists say Nov 8, 2007
The study found 112 cases over 13 months where children suffered severe complications, which required hospital treatment for conditions such as pneumonia, blood poisoning, encephalitis, ataxia (loss of control of limbs), toxic shock and the flesh-eating bug necrotising fasciitis. Five of the children died, although four had pre-existing medical conditions - including one case of HIV.. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
House Calls: Back-to-school prime time for foot and ankle injuries Oct 24, 2007
Other types of overuse injuries are Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis (heel pain caused by inflammation of the tissue extending from the heel to the toes). Ankle sprains are also common to soccer players and should be evaluated by a physician to assess the extent of the injury. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Five stars recall top moments Oct 5, 2007
She had to overcome foot problems and so do I. I've had plantar fasciitis in both my feet since my sophomore year. " Thumbs up or down to the recent Arizona Interscholastic Association decision to divide the 5A and 4A conferences into two divisions apiece? Jordan: "It really didn't matter to me. (AZCentral -- Sports)
These gals are really big losers Oct 3, 2007
At 18, she was diagnosed with plantar fasciitis, or inflammation of thick tissue on the bottom of the foot. "It was six months before I was even able to walk normally, but I was still in pain and couldn't exercise," she writes in her Weight Watchers story. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Monday Football Practice Report Oct 2, 2007
And DT LaMarcus Williams is still bothered by the plantar fasciitis that isnt responding to treatment. He has played on that foot in regular tackle rotation. (GenesPage.com)
Woman with flesh-eating disease in good condition Oct 2, 2007
The 35-year-old was taken into Boston three days later after being diagnosed with necrotizing fasciitis, also known as a flesh-eating disease ... According to the Center for Disease Control, many types of bacteria cause necrotizing fasciitis, however Group A Streptococcus is the most common cause ... Only when the bacteria gets into an area where it is not commonly found, such as the blood, muscles or lungs, does it cause necrotizing fasciitis, according to the center. (Concord Journal, MA)
Raptors Training camp highlights Oct 2, 2007
A year ago, Bosh was struggling with plantar fasciitis in his left foot. He missed the last preseason game and valuable practice time before the season opener. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Covering the bases Sep 18, 2007
Glaus has been hobbled by a foot and leg ailments throughout the season, including a painful heel condition called plantar fasciitis. He was placed on the 15-day disabled list on April 12, missing 14 games, then sat out games in May and August. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Blue Jays notes: Overbay to be shut down Sep 18, 2007
The operation -- a nerve decompression procedure performed by Dr. Phillip Kwong in Los Angeles -- is expected to help Glaus recover from the plantar fasciitis issue that has troubled him all season. "The doctor said everything went well," Ricciardi said. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
MLB Notebook: Public can now vote on fate of 756 ball Sep 18, 2007
Glaus has been hobbled by a foot and leg ailments throughout the season, including a painful heel condition called plantar fasciitis. First published on September 18, 2007 at 12:00 am Copyright 2007 Associated Press. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Return of Ramrez to Sox lineup a tough call, says Francona Sep 18, 2007
Blue Jays third baseman Troy Glaus, hobbled by foot and leg ailments throughout the season, including plantar fasciitis, had surgery on his left foot. Toronto first baseman Lyle Overbay will have a procedure next week to remove four screws from his hand. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
What is plantar fasciitis and how is it treated? Sep 17, 2007
What is plantar fasciitis and how is it treated ... What is plantar fasciitis and how is it treated ... Plantar fasciitis - a painful inflammation of the tendon-like tissue that runs from the heel bone to the ball of the foot - is the most common cause of heel pain. (Boston Globe)
Surgery to keep Jays' Glaus out until '08 Sep 13, 2007
Glaus has been hobbled by a variety of foot and leg ailments throughout the season, including a painful heel condition called plantar fasciitis. He was placed on the 15-day disabled list on April 12, missing 14 games, then sat out games in May and August. (USA Today -- Sports)
Glaus to have season-ending surgery Sep 13, 2007
Glaus has been battling plantar fasciitis in his left foot since the first week of the season, but the Jays are optimistic that the upcoming surgery can alleviate the issue before next year ... " Ricciardi added that Glaus, who is under contract for $12.75 million in 2008, should be back on his feet and ready to begin his offseason training roughly a month after the procedure. This season, the 31-year-old third baseman has hit .262 with 20 home runs and 62 RBIs in 115 games for Toronto -- a year... (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
