Inbox: How can Rangers keep Byrd? Nov 12, 2009
Hurley, a first-round Draft pick in 2004, missed all of last season after undergoing surgery for a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder. He is currently on a throwing program and is expected to be ready for Spring Training. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Fort Myers man, 83, beats age, sets goal to keep doing so at 90 Nov 12, 2009
Stan Geiser only started playing golf about a dozen years ago and didnt turn to the game full time until about six years ago, when rotator cuff problems eliminated tennis from his repertoire. Last month, Geiser, 83, shot an 81 at his home course, Lexington Country Club in Fort Myers, for one of his few rounds at or below his age since taking up the game. (The News-Press -- Sports)
Lilly Could Open 2010 on DL Nov 11, 2009
"The understanding I've been given is that there was no serious labral work done, no significant rotator cuff (damage). When he went in there, it didn't look really bad. It was just one of those things that was causing me problems.". Heading into the free agent and trading season, general manager Jim Hendry has three starters in his rotation: right-handers , and. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Twins add four to 40-man roster Nov 11, 2009
Neshek underwent Tommy John elbow ligament replacement surgery last November, and Bonser had surgery on his right shoulder in February to repair partial tears in his rotator cuff and labrum. Slowey went 10-3 with a 4. (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
RIVALRY WEEK: Idaho @ BSU Nov 11, 2009
With Starter still dealing with a rotator cuff injury, the Vandals will, once again, have Reader at the reigns, and if he picks up where he left off, the offense should be fine. Reader is more than capable of having a big day, especially after having a game under his belt. (VandalVenue.com)
Chelmsford resident getting long-overdue purple heart. Nov 10, 2009
His rotator cuff was badly torn. His hip was wrecked, the cartilage gone. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
FSU QB Ponder will need surgery, out for season Nov 10, 2009
"There is no rotator cuff, there is no labrum," Fisher said. "It's just what came out. They will just tighten it down. It's not anything that is too big to come back from or anything of that nature.". (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Young tennis players who play only 1 sport are more prone to injuries Nov 9, 2009
Injuries in young tennis players typically include muscle strains, ankle sprains, hip injuries, knee cap instability, stress fractures in the spine and tendonitis of the wrist and rotator cuff. "But one injury you rarely see in kids is tennis elbow," Jayanthi said. (EurekAlert!)
Colburn, Mathews power 'Dogs Nov 8, 2009
Idaho's Brian Reader, who started in place of Nate Enderle who has an injured rotator cuff, threw for 239 yards and two scores and also ran for a TD. Enderle is day to day ... The Vandals -- who were playing without starting quarterback Nathan Enderle because of a bruised rotator cuff suffered last week -- fought themselves for much of the first half. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Fresno State holds off Idaho 31-21 Nov 8, 2009
Idaho's Brian Reader, who started in place of Nate Enderle who has an injured rotator cuff, threw for 239 yards and two scores and also ran for a TD. Enderle is day to day. Mathews' 1-yard touchdown run with 1:07 left before halftime put Fresno State up 24-0. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Johnson, Calero file for free agency Nov 7, 2009
Bouncing back from a right rotator cuff tear in 2008, Calero emerged as one of the Marlins' most reliable relievers. The veteran right-hander appeared in 67 games, and posted a 2-2 record with a 1. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Injury-free workout Nov 6, 2009
So the move can lead to shoulder impingement or worse, a tear in the rotator cuff. Not only that, but the tendency is to hit the back of the neck with the bar, which could injure the cervical vertebrae. (iAfrica.com)
Cubs pitcher Lilly undergoes shoulder surgery Nov 5, 2009
"There was no significant labrum work done, and the rotator cuff had no damage.". If Lilly's rehab goes according to plan, he might be only a few weeks behind the other pitchers in the organization when spring training begins in mid-February. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Local athlete found dead in N.D. pond A former Grossmont College softball player was among three missing North Dakota college students whose bodies were found. Nov 5, 2009
After recovering from a rotator cuff injury, Gemar attended Dickinson State, where she had a full scholarship, said Rick Trestrail, her coach at Grossmont College. Trestrail said Gemar was recruited heavily and could have been a Division I player, but she wanted a smaller program where she could be part of a more personal environment. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Police: Missing students found dead in p... Police say three missing North Dakota college softball players have been found dead in their vehicle, which was pulled from ... Nov 4, 2009
After recovering from a rotator cuff injury, she attended Dickinson State University, where she had a full-ride scholarship, said her former coach, Rick Trestrail. She was my most valuable player and captain of our team, Trestrail said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Living with children Nov 4, 2009
At the age of 40, with a biceps tendon that had been surgically repaired and a rotator cuff that remains partially torn in his throwing arm, the odds were probably against him. But with less than three minutes remaining and his team trailing by a point, Favre scrambled to his 21-yard line and let fly. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Vikings say hello to a good bye Nov 3, 2009
" Favre has also been on the injury report this year with hip, foot, ankle and knee injuries, and he had surgery in the offseason to complete a partial tear of his biceps tendon and also said that surgery revealed that he had a partially torn rotator cuff. None of that has kept the 40-year-old quarterback out of action, but he has hobbled around after particularly physical games earlier this season. Childress is giving players the rest of the week off, starting Tuesday. Its essentially the... (VikingUpdate.com)
Childress, McCarthy forever linked by Brett Favre Nov 1, 2009
"Rodgers threw for more than 4,000 yards with 28 touchdowns and 13 interceptions in his first full season as a starter and is off to another impressive start this year. He has the second-highest rating in the league, behind only Peyton Manning, and has thrown for 604 yards and five touchdowns in the last two weeks.There were just as many skeptics when Childress picked Favre up from the airport in the middle of training camp in August to join the Vikings.Favre was coming off surgery to alleviate... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Many Factors Contribute to Work-Related Injury Oct 31, 2009
Rotator cuff syndrome and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common types of upper extremity musculoskeletal disorder. Increasing age and a history of one of these types of disorders emerged as the strongest risk factors for upper extremity muscle disorders in both men and women. (MEDLINEplus)
Astros decline Brocail's option for 2010 Oct 31, 2009
The Official Site of the Houston Astros. Veteran reliever to test the waters of free agency. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Students Make a Difference Oct 29, 2009
Since he tore his rotator cuff, the ground is dry and hard. Therefore, I asked him if I could work it with the tractor. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Smith awaits twice-delayed surgery Oct 29, 2009
Once that clears, he will have the surgery to repair his torn rotator cuff and then begin the road back to 2010, when he plans to be back at his position at left defensive end ... Hines Ward had the same rotator cuff surgery after last season that Smith soon will have, and he is off to his fastest start at age 33, ranking among the league receiving leaders ... Tests showed the tear in his rotator cuff. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Astros Choose Mills As New Manager Oct 28, 2009
Ortiz was 3-6 in 13 starts and was cut on July 30, while Hampton went 7-10 in 21 outings before tearing a rotator cuff in his shoulder in August. The offense was also subpar, ranking 27th in runs scored (3. (Click2Houston, TX)
List of injured defenders grows Oct 28, 2009
Kirschke moved up to start on the left side when was knocked out for the season with a torn rotator cuff. Ironically, Timmons' replacement may have won the game for Pittsburgh. (SteelCitySports.com)
Lessard Commentary: The sixty advantages Oct 27, 2009
But now with his bad back, torn rotator cuff, basketball injured knees and occasional gout, not to mention the fact that I don t exactly weigh in at my wedding day weight, the days of him throwing me over his shoulder and carrying me anywhere are over. But that s OK. There are several advantages to turning 60 and given a couple minutes, I m sure I can tell you what they are. (Acton Beacon, MA)
NOONAN: It's His Rubble Now... Oct 24, 2009
And if Mr. Obama isn't twisting arms like LBJ, and then giving just an extra little jerk to snap the rotator cuff just for fun, the case can be made that day by day he's moving the Democrats of Congress in the historic direction he desires. All his adult life he's played the long game, which takes patience and skill. (The Drudge Report)
GAME PLAN: Vikings-Steelers Oct 24, 2009
And underrated end Aaron Smith is gone for the year with a torn rotator cuff. A huge loss. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Bynum sits out on Thursday night Oct 23, 2009
Center Andrew Bynum missed Thursday's exhibition against Denver with a strained rotator cuff in his right shoulder. Bynum could play on Friday's preseason finale, but said that he would "definitely" play in the season opener on Tuesday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Drew Brees: Pass? Oct 23, 2009
In 2006, when former Dolphins coach Nick Saban was looking for an upgrade for Gus Frerotte at quarterback, it was an off-season choice between Daunte Culpepper coming off a knee injury and Brees coming off a torn labrum and a partially torn rotator cuff in his throwing shoulder. Miami gave Brees an all-day physical, testing him in every way imaginable, but in the end there wasn't enough certainty on the matter of the quarterback body part that matters most. (The Palm Beach Post)
Top tips for buying travel insurance Oct 22, 2009
That way, they can get a nice flight to their home hospital rather than having their torn rotator cuff repaired overseas where the injury happened. Coverage for H1N1 is the latest wave. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Hines Ward leads the NFL in receiving at the age of 33 Oct 22, 2009
He also had rotator cuff surgery on a shoulder after the 2008 season, but he's playing like new today. "This is great. I'm having the most fun I had in 12 years because when I was younger, it was all about the stats and trying to make the money. Got the money, made the Pro Bowls. When I got closer to 10,000 yards that was like a milestone. I said if I get 10,000 I'm going to retire.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Steelers not fantasizing about Vikings' Peterson (Yesterday) Oct 22, 2009
It's a crying shame for their defense that he's out for the season with a torn rotator cuff. If I were ranking the team's most indispensable players, I'd probably put him third behind Roethlisberger and Polamalu. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Music in mind, Levine talks health Oct 22, 2009
First, there was the onstage fall that tore the maestro s rotator cuff in early 2006. Then, two years later, the cancerous tumor forced the Boston Symphony Orchestra s music director to miss virtually the entire season at Tanglewood. (Boston Globe)
Braves drop three players Oct 22, 2009
91 ERA in 39 games (25 starts) as a 29-year-old rookie in 2008, but made just five relief appearances in 2009 before having rotator cuff surgery. He hopes to be recovered in time for spring training. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Melrose High swim captains get set to take final plunge Oct 22, 2009
After experiencing some excruciating pain in her right shoulder and opinions by multiple doctors, Powell was diagnosed with tendonitis along with a rotator cuff injury that prevented her from competing in the water with her teammates. But that didn t stop Powell as she took charge from the sidelines running up and down the pool, taking splits, and cheering on the girls in addition to organizing all the team events. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Lakers' Bynum to play through shoulder injury Oct 22, 2009
Andrew Bynum reportedly suffered a strained rotator cuff during Tuesday's game and missed Wednesday's practice, but is not expected to miss any game action. This doesn't appear to be any great cause for concern, though it is another reminder that Bynum's tremendous upside comes with considerable injury risk as well. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Team passing records in danger Oct 21, 2009
--DE , placed on IR last week with a torn rotator cuff, will have surgery this week. It was postponed on Friday because he was sick. (SteelCitySports.com)
Curran: Fab Favre, Zorns future big Week 7 stories Oct 20, 2009
It doesnt matter that he has a frayed rotator cuff. It doesnt matter that the Vikings sent a bad message to the rest of the team by allowing him to waltz in on his own clock. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pop Warner coach to face assault charges in fracas with parent Oct 20, 2009
Police filed charges yesterday in Woburn District Court against William D. Reynolds, the same day Michael D. VonKahle spent several hours at Massachusetts General Hospital undergoing evaluation and treatment for his injuries, including a fractured eye socket, broken nose, and torn rotator cuff on his shoulder. Reynolds has been suspended from the league in connection with the Friday incident, and further action against him, including the possibility of being banned from coaching in the league,... (Boston Globe)
Police investigate ball field violence Oct 19, 2009
From there, she said, he was taken by ambulance to Winchester Hospital, where doctors said the extent of his injuries - three fractures around his left eye socket, two fractures on his nose, a torn rotator cuff muscle, and a concussion - required attention by specialists. He was taken by ambulance to Massachusetts General Hospital, where he was treated and released on Saturday, she said. (Boston Globe)
Steelers Notebook: Polamalu returns to lineup Oct 19, 2009
An operation to repair standout defensive end Aaron Smith's torn rotator cuff and end his season was delayed Friday because Smith was ill, Keisel said. In his place, Travis Kirschke had three tackles while Nick Eason (one tackle) and rookie Ziggy Hood rotated for a handful of plays between them. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Rams, Jaguars try to regroup from lopsided losses Oct 19, 2009
Quarterback Marc Bulger, who missed the previous two starts because of a bruised rotator cuff, returned late in the game and completed all seven passes for 88 yards and a touchdown. Defensively, the Rams held Minnesota s high-scoring offense to 17 points through three quarters and kept star running back Adrian Peterson somewhat in check most of the day. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Arthritis: Copper Bracelets, Magnetic Wrist Straps Useless? Trial Raises Doubts Over Alternative Pain Therapy Oct 18, 2009
Patients who suffer from debilitating shoulder pain due to arthritis or to a torn rotator cuff may benefit from new kind of prosthesis. The. (Science Daily)
Hawks' Hossa skates for first time since surgery Oct 17, 2009
Hossa underwent rotator cuff surgery in July after signing a 12-year, $62. 8 million free-agent deal with the Hawks. (ESPN -- NHL)
Steelers Notebook: Smith's absence hurts run defense Oct 17, 2009
Smith was placed on injured reserve earlier this week and had surgery yesterday to repair a torn rotator cuff. "He's the best technician I've seen," inside linebacker James Farrior said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Breakout game gets Avery a little too excited Oct 16, 2009
Bulger, who missed two starts with a bruised rotator cuff, said his velocity has improved daily. He got past concerns over re-injuring the shoulder last week. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Returning Polamalu out to restore Steelers' D as NFL's best Oct 16, 2009
And they'll play the rest of the season without defensive end (rotator cuff), one of the NFL's best run defenders, starting Sunday against the Browns (1-4). Since Polamalu went down with a torn medial collateral ligament in his left knee Sept. 10 against Tennessee, the fourth quarter has become a misadventure for a team that traditionally is as good as any in finishing off teams. (USA Today -- Sports)
Beavers Notebook: OSU mulls request to give Moevao another year Oct 16, 2009
Moevao has played just briefly this season after having rotator cuff surgery in the offseason. Coach Mike Riley told reporters on a conference call that such a request, if made, would be a longshot at best. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Steelers swap Smith for Polamalu, Parker Oct 15, 2009
He admitted yesterday that hes better on the right side, but has grown more comfortable playing the left, where he was put as Smiths injury (right rotator cuff) worsened over the last few weeks. The 35-year-old Kirschke hasnt missed a game since joining the Steelers in 2004, but hes fought through plenty of back pain during that time. (SteelCitySports.com)
Limbaugh dropped from bid for Rams Oct 15, 2009
" The Rams had no comment, reissuing a statement from Oct. 5 in which owner Chip Rosenbloom said a review of the team's ownership was under way and the club will make an announcement when it's over. Stafford practices ALLEN PARK, Mich. - Detroit Lions quarterback Matt Stafford took part in individual drills Wednesday, three days after missing a loss to Pittsburgh. The former Georgia star, who hurt his knee in an Oct. 4 loss at Chicago, took the first snap in offensive drills and participated in... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Limbaugh rushed out door by group bidding for Rams Oct 15, 2009
On the same day Polamalu returned to practice after missing four games with a knee injury, the Steelers scrambled to replace Smith, the run-smothering defensive end who was placed on the injured reserve list with a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder. Vikings receiver Percy Harvin was kept out of practice because of a shoulder injury. (Boston Globe)
Steelers suffer big blow: DE Smith out for season Oct 15, 2009
Aaron Smith has a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder ... PITTSBURGH (AP) -- defensive end will miss the rest of the season with a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder, an injury that significantly weakens what was the NFL's best defense the last two seasons. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
NOTES Bills fan raises money for huge message of discontent Oct 15, 2009
Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith was placed on the injured reserve list with a torn rotator cuff. Nothing to it: Brady Quinn said that he has not asked Browns coach Eric Mangini to trade him and that he only put his suburban home up for sale because he wants to downsize and shorten his commute. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Steelers' Smith to miss rest of season Oct 15, 2009
Peter Diana / Post-Gazette Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith will miss the rest of the season due to a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder. Aaron Smith's right shoulder ached for weeks before tests this week finally showed the Steelers' defensive end needed season-ending surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Smith on IR, replaced by Sunny Harris Oct 15, 2009
PITTSBURGH The Steelers placed defensive Aaron Smith on Injured Reserve late Tuesday afternoon with a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder, meaning the rock of their defensive line will miss the rest of the season ... As reported yesterday, Smith, 33, will undergo surgery on his rotator cuff Friday. (SteelCitySports.com)
Steelers DE Smith put on IR, lost for season Oct 15, 2009
On the same day Polamalu returned to practice after missing four games with a knee injury, the Steelers scrambled on Wednesday to replace Smith, the run-smothering defensive end who was placed on the injured reserve list with a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder. Smith has been to the Pro Bowl only once in 11 seasons and isn't as well-known nationally as Polamalu, the five-time Pro Bowl safety, or linebacker , last year's Defensive Player of the Year. (ESPN -- Football)
Shoulder injury ends season for Steelers’ Smith Oct 15, 2009
On the same day Polamalu returned to practice after missing four games with a knee injury, the Steelers scrambled on Wednesday to replace Smith, the run-smothering defensive end who was placed on the injured reserve list with a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder. "> Curious? Search ScoutPA. lect> Your online website and business directory. Daily American Archive Search Search for an Event Search our Classifieds ? Shoulder injury ends season for Steelers Smith By ALAN ROBINSONAP Sports... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Steelers DE Smith sidelined with shoulder injury Oct 14, 2009
PITTSBURGH -- defensive end has a partial tear of the right rotator cuff, a source told ESPN.com's John Clayton. Smith is weighing whether or not to have shoulder surgery, according to a source. (ESPN -- Football)
Smith to undergo surgery Oct 14, 2009
com that will undergo surgery on his right rotator cuff on Friday, and that he won't be able to play for at least three months. That would leave the Steelers' valuable defensive left end unavailable until the middle of January, meaning Mike Tomlin must make a decision similar to the one Bill Cowher faced in 1995, when he did not put Woodson on season-ending injured reserve and left open a roster space for , who made it back for that season's Super Bowl after tearing an ACL in the opener. (SteelCitySports.com)
Red Sox, Matsuzaka finally may be on same page Oct 14, 2009
It s very important they be taught the importance of strengthening the rotator cuff. The Sox have tried to recondition Matsuzaka into buying into the strength aspect of the job. (Boston Globe)
On the Steelers: Smith sidelined indefinitely Oct 14, 2009
Chris Graythen/Getty Images Steelers defensive end Aaron Smith is dealing with a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder ... Smith has a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder, the Post-Gazette has learned. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
The joy is in the journey, not the destination Oct 13, 2009
He underwent surgery on his right shoulder, rotator cuff repair, in 1999. Then, in 2001, he had major back surgery: two discs were removed and two titanium rods inserted. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Rams seek throwback feel against Vikings Oct 12, 2009
Backup quarterback Kyle Boller, likely to start for the second straight week while Marc Bulger mends from a bruised rotator cuff, ripped himself for throwing off the wrong foot on an interception returned for a touchdown. I m not discrediting San Francisco, but there s a lot of plays where we re beating ourselves, Boller said. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Rams preach patience in midst of losing Oct 11, 2009
who suffered a bruised rotator cuff against Green Bay Sept. 27 threw in practice Wednesday, but only short passes and is listed as questionable, although he isnt expected to start. Spagnuolo says the team just has to execute the offense, Asked if the offensive approach will be different this week, Spagnuolo said, I dont think so. (BearReport.com)
Rams' Bulger again questionable with shoulder injury Oct 10, 2009
Bulger suffered a bruised right rotator cuff during a September 27 loss to Green Bay and missed last Sunday's game against San Francisco after being listed as questionable during the week. For the third straight day this week, Bulger was limited in practice. (ABC 7 News, DC)
