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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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 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)
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)
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)
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 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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Inbox: Will Jaramillo return to Texas? Oct 9, 2009
Benoit, who missed the season with a torn rotator cuff, can be a free agent. He will be in somebody's camp next year on a Minor League contract. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Injury roundup: Both Rams' OTs could be back Oct 8, 2009
He's still on the mend from a bruised rotator cuff that sidelined him last weekend and said there was some pain. "I'd hate to put 50-50 or 60-40 on it's just because there's too much time between now and the game," Bulger said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
2009 Recap: AL West Oct 8, 2009
" -- Rangers manager Ron Washington on the importance of finishing in second place. The Rangers clinched second place for the second consecutive season with a win Oct. 2 at Seattle. ROSTER REPORT: Not only did the Rangers contend until the final week of the season, they did it with an extremely young roster that bodes well for a bright future. It's conceivable the Rangers could do nothing more this winter than let their treasure trove of young talent mature. But they do lose some veteran... (Cleveland, TheInsiders.com)
Rangers Minor League Mailbag Oct 7, 2009
Schlact had rotator cuff surgery in July and hes on the road to recovery. If everything goes according to schedule, he may be a little behind the schedule of other pitchers in Spring Training, but not far behind it. (Texas, TheInsiders.com)
Quartet of Brewers scheduled for surgery Oct 6, 2009
Parra had season-ending surgery in August 2005 to repair a torn rotator cuff. "What Dr. Raasch is going to do is eliminate the friction" outside of Parra's shoulder joint, Ash said. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Rams QB Bulger does light throwing Monday Oct 6, 2009
"Bulger did some light throwing Monday, testing a bruised rotator cuff, and Spagnuolo said he'd probably be questionable for this week's game against the Vikings."That's a long way away from a week ago when he couldn't really throw at all, but that's a tough call," Spagnuolo said. "I think we'll rest it and see what he can do on Wednesday. "Boller made his first start since December 2007 and was ineffective, going 13 of 24 for 108 yards and an interception that was returned for a touchdown while... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Speech ignites San Francisco Oct 6, 2009
A former college star at Cal , he went 13 for 24 for 108 yards and was sacked five times in place of injured starter Marc Bulger (bruised rotator cuff). Willis wreaked havoc, often blitzing untouched to finish with eight tackles five solo, three for loss and 2 1/2 sacks to go with three other hits on Boller. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Houston Astros offseason rebuilding begins with manager search Oct 6, 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 latest in a long line of injuries for the 37-year-old left-hander. The Astros were 49-46 on July 22, one game out of first place in the NL Central. (KHOU.com, TX)
Favre versus Cheeseheads: unimaginable but true Oct 5, 2009
The Rams also have health concerns about their quarterback, Marc Bulger (right rotator cuff). Tennessee (0-3) at Jacksonville (1-2). (Lake City Reporter, FL)
2009 season doesn't pan out for Astros Oct 5, 2009
Ortiz was released, and Hampton suffered a rotator cuff tear. The Astros were hit hard by injuries with 19 different players spending time on the disabled list, and that didn't include Oswalt, who missed two weeks in August with back tightness and was shut down Sept. 16. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Pennington not finished? Oct 5, 2009
Sources: No rotator cuff damage for Pennington - ESPN ... Dr. Andrews did not discover further damage to the rotator cuff which has twice undergone major repair in the past six years ... A third repair of the rotator cuff would have jeopardized Pennington's career. (ESPN -- Football)
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A former college star at Cal , he went 13 for 24 for 108 yards and was sacked five times in place of injured starter Marc Bulger (bruised rotator cuff). Willis wreaked havoc, often blitzing untouched and coming at the Rams' offense from every angle to finish with eight tackles -- five solo, three for loss -- and 2 1/2 sacks to go with three other hits on Boller. (Modesto Bee, CA)
NFL Notebook: Favre looks to beat Packers Oct 5, 2009
The person said the arthroscopic procedure was encouraging because there was no damage to the rotator cuff, and Pennington should be able to start throwing in eight to 12 weeks. Texans. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Odom is earning his stripes Oct 4, 2009
Pennington tore his rotator cuff in 2004 and 2005 and had surgery. He returned in 2006 with the Jets to win the Associated Press Comeback Player of the Year award. (Boston Globe)
Rams QB Bulger officially questionable for Sunday vs. 49ers Oct 3, 2009
Bulger bruised his right rotator cuff in last weekend's 36-17 loss to Green Bay. He left the game late in the opening quarter and did not return. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Boller will get start for Rams; Bulger may dress Oct 3, 2009
Bulger suffered a bruised rotator cuff on his right throwing shoulder during last week's 36-17 loss to Green Bay. Boller came in and threw two touchdown passes, but the comeback fizzled in the second half. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Sharapova claims Tokyo title as Jankovic retires Oct 3, 2009
"It's disappointing," said Sharapova, who had arthroscopic surgery to repair a rotator cuff in her right shoulder nearly a year ago. "It's toward the end of the year and there are a lot of injuries so I wish Jelena a speedy recovery.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
With Bulger out, Boller gets first start with Rams Oct 3, 2009
Bulger suffered a bruised rotator cuff on his right throwing shoulder during last week s 36-17 loss to Green Bay. Boller came in and threw two touchdown passes, but the comeback fizzled in the second half. (Boston Globe)
Bulger misses practice but not yet ruled out Oct 2, 2009
Coach Steve Spagnuolo has not ruled out Bulger, who has a bruised rotator cuff in his throwing shoulder. Bulger rode a stationary bicycle and did exercises along with safety James Butler and offensive tackle Jason Smith, both recovering from knee injuries. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Big Unit unsure Oct 2, 2009
16 on the disabled list with a strained left shoulder that also had a tear in the rotator cuff. As he was working his way back, the five-time Cy Young Award winner acknowledged that pitching more than five innings and being effective as a starter would be tough at this stage. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Rams QB Bulger misses practice again, likely out for Sunday Oct 2, 2009
(Sports Network) - St. Louis Rams quarterback Marc Bulger sat out practice Thursday due to a bruised rotator cuff on his throwing arm, likely leaving him out for Sunday's game in San Francisco. Bulger suffered the injury in this past weekend's 36-17 loss to Green Bay. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Crew's Bush not likely to pitch Saturday Oct 1, 2009
The Official Site of the Milwaukee Brewers. Bush not likely to pitch on Saturday. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Platelet-rich plasma: Does it work? Oct 1, 2009
rotator cuff tendonopathy. Should I Have PRP Treatment. (EurekAlert!)
Beavers Notebook: Another slow start Oct 1, 2009
Moevao is back at practice after a slow return this season from offseason rotator cuff surgery. He appeared briefly in Oregon State s 37-32 loss to Arizona last Saturday. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Kolb, Briggs, Harvin capture NFC weekly honors Oct 1, 2009
Storylines: Quarterback Kyle Boller could make his first start with the Rams after Marc Bulger (bruised rotator cuff) exited last week's 36-17 loss to the Packers in the first half. Niners enter Week 4 with a one-game lead over the Seahawks and idle Cardinals for first-place in the NFC West. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Again, surgery will pull maestro Levine off BSO stage Sep 30, 2009
Levine missed four months conducting in 2006 after he fell onstage during a Symphony Hall concert and tore his rotator cuff. Last year, the conductor missed most of the Tanglewood season following the kidney surgery. (Boston Globe)
Rams' Bulger has bruised rotator cuff, unsure for Sunday Sep 30, 2009
(Sports Network) - Marc Bulger's status for Sunday's game in San Francisco is in question after head coach Steve Spagnuolo revealed Monday the Rams quarterback has a bruised rotator cuff ... "We'll see where he's at tomorrow and Wednesday and if he'll do anything at all but that's what it is. It's not torn; it's a bruised rotator cuff. I don't want to speak for him but I know he's very sore today and we're going to be careful with it. If he can throw Wednesday, he will, if he can't he won't."... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Mets aiming to emulate 1979 squad Sep 30, 2009
He had undergone surgery to repair his rotator cuff. Said Grober about the sling, "It pays to advertise." This date in Mets history -- Sept. 28: The 1962 Mets played their 158th game on this date and suffered their 119th loss at Wrigley Field. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Weighing risks and benefits of sports Sep 30, 2009
Rotator cuff injuries are common in baseball. Doctors and therapists also see head injuries and broken ribs from contact sports. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Smith suffers setback, done for year Sep 30, 2009
He landed on the DL with a rotator cuff strain and didn't return until early June. Once healthy, Smith began to emerge in the setup situations the Indians had initially prescribed for him. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
