Crisp homers in first game back from DL Jun 23, 2010
After tearing it up at Triple-A Sacramento for a week, Crisp (rib muscle strain) was activated on Tuesday. In a corresponding move, outfielder Eric Patterson has been designated for assignment, giving the A's 10 days to release, trade or outright him to the Minor Leagues. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Crisp's blast in return not enough as A's fall Jun 23, 2010
Crisp missed the season's initial 42 contests with a broken left pinkie finger and only played in two games before going back on the DL with a rib muscle strain. After batting. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Zach Duke to skip start for elbow pain Jun 20, 2010
As a result of a mild muscle strain he sustained Wednesday, about the time he yielded five earned runs in a 7-2 loss against the Chicago White Sox, Duke will skip his start Tuesday at Texas. Ross Ohlendorf will start Tuesday, then Paul Maholm, Jeff Karstens and Brad Lincoln before Duke would be available Saturday in Oakland. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Duke to sit out with muscle strain (Yesterday) Jun 20, 2010
Duke to sit out with muscle strain. Duke to sit out with muscle strain Saturday, June 19, 2010 By Chuck Finder, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ... Pirates starting pitcher Zach Duke will skip his start scheduled for Tuesday at Texas due to a a minor muscle strain near his left, pitching elbow, manager John Russell said this afternoon. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Reports: Ryan eyes Oswalt Jun 19, 2010
Harden received an anti-inflammatory injection to his lower back for a muscle strain and won't pitch on the side until early next week. When told about Ryan's interest in him, Oswalt said: "I'm open. Just have to wait and see what works for both of us.". (ESPN -- Baseball)
No surgery, but Marlins' Baker out for a while Jun 18, 2010
On the disabled list since May 15 with a right flexor muscle strain, Baker recently visited Dr. James Andrews in Birmingham, Ala. The concern was there was a ligament tear that would require surgery, perhaps Tommy John replacement surgery. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Baker hopes to return after All-Star break Jun 17, 2010
On the disabled list since May 15 with a right flexor arm muscle strain, Baker visited Dr. James Andrews on Monday in Birmingham, Ala. Because he felt discomfort throwing to the bases before a recent rehab assignment game, Baker was examined by team doctor, Dr. Lee Kaplan. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Argentina's Veron to sit out South Korea game Jun 17, 2010
Maradona, who confirmed an otherwise unchanged team, said he did not want to run the risk of Veron aggravating his right calf muscle strain and losing the player for the rest of the tournament. "It's hard to leave Seba [Veron] out but there are also risks playing him. I don't want the World Cup to end for him, I need him. He understood it was the best thing for the squad," Maradona told a news conference. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
- 2010 FIFA WORLD CUP: Capello will drop Green after blunder, Shearer says Jun 15, 2010
Ledley has a groin muscle strain. He will be assessed on a day-to-day basis, the spokesman said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
MLB Insiders: Detroit Tigers Jun 14, 2010
Manager Jim Leyland decided not to take a chance on the muscle strain turning into a long-term problem for Ordonez, who is expected to return to action Friday in Detroit. --CF Austin Jackson is scuffling at the plate again. (Pittsburgh, TheInsiders.com)
Harden Placed On DL Jun 13, 2010
(Sports Network) - The Texas Rangers placed starter Rich Harden on the 15-day disabled list Saturday with a left gluteal muscle strain. To fill the roster spot, Texas recalled pitcher Alexi Ogando from Triple-A Oklahoma City. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Ottavino struggles as Cards fall to Haren Jun 13, 2010
Right-hander Brad Penny (muscle strain behind his right shoulder) and Kyle Lohse (surgery on his right forearm) are on the disabled list and La Russa has been trying different combinations to replace them. Ottavino was one of the options, albeit a shaky one. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Torres scores as Euro champions hit six past Poland Jun 10, 2010
The only concern for Del Bosque was midfielder Andres Iniesta who asked to be substituted just before the break with a thigh muscle strain. The sporting director of the Spanish Football Federation, Fernando Hierro, said in a half-time television interview: It was as a precaution more than anything else. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
- 2010 FIFA WORLD CUP: Torres back on target as Spain hit six Jun 10, 2010
The only concern for Del Bosque was midfielder Andres Iniesta, who asked to be substituted just before the break with a thigh muscle strain. With a starting 11 that looked much like their strongest lineup, Spain raced into the lead, Iniesta crossing for Villa to put away with the defenders help, as they slid in at the back post after 12 minutes. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
EXPERT: Don't sleep longer -- sleep smarter... Jun 9, 2010
If you over-rest you can become lethargic, if you overexercise you could cause muscle strain and burn-out. While spending eight hours staring at a computer monitor can wear out your brain, exercise can make sure your body is ready to wind down when the moment comes. (The Drudge Report)
When to ice and heat an acute injury Jun 7, 2010
A. John Richmond, chairman of orthopedics at New England Baptist Hospital, says that an acute injury should always be iced, never heated, whether it s a muscle strain, a twisted ankle, or pain around a joint. The ice will constrict blood flow in surrounding blood vessels, which reduces swelling at the injury site. (Boston Globe)
Wagner comfortable with creating matchups Jun 5, 2010
The Braves announced that Freeman will be evaluated on a day-to-day basis with what appears to be a muscle strain. Freeman has been sidelined since making a long stretch to secure a throw from Brandon Hicks during the second inning of the no-hitter that Todd Redmond completed for Triple-A Gwinnett on Friday night. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Martinez heating up for Double-A Suns May 24, 2010
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Konerko, Beckham return to action May 12, 2010
Paul Konerko also was back in action after missing the first two games of the Toronto series with a muscle strain in his neck. "You don't want to [put him] in the lineup just because we're struggling, I think that's the wrong way to do it," said Guillen of Konerko's return. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Perfect duo: Powell right catch for Braden May 10, 2010
So when Suzuki sustained a disabling muscle strain in his rib cage on April 24, Powell became a much more important piece of the puzzle. In just his 54th career big league game, Powell experienced something only 17 other catchers have, among them Ron Hassey, who caught perfection from Cleveland's Len Barker in 1981 and Montreal's Dennis Martinez 10 years later. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Indians eye Wood's return within two weeks May 2, 2010
ANAHEIM -- If the plans change, it wouldn't be the first time in Kerry Wood's recovery from a right back muscle strain ... But it's the first timetable announced by the Indians since Wood initially suffered the muscle strain under his right shoulder during Spring Training. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Roberts talks about rocky road to recovery May 2, 2010
The impact of the bag hitting his midsection is what is believed to have caused the muscle strain. He later said that he immediately felt the strain, and after scoring the game's first run, he did not return. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Jones looking for consistency at plate Apr 30, 2010
The slide is believed to have caused the muscle strain and also reaggravated the herniated disc in his lower back, an injury suffered during offseason workouts in Arizona that limited Roberts until Spring Training's final week. He saw back specialist Dr. Lee Riley earlier this week and has not been cleared to participate in any baseball-related activities. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
* Aussies suffer shock warm-up loss Apr 29, 2010
MUSCLE STRAIN: There was more bad news for Australia just days before the start of the World Twenty20 when fast bowler Brett Lee was ruled out of the tournament AFP, BRIDGETOWN AND SYDNEY Thursday, Apr 29, 2010, Page 18 ... Its a muscle strain on the inner side of the elbow of the right arm, a Cricket Australia spokesman said, adding that it was separate to the elbow problem which recently required surgery. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Atkins showing Hughes support Apr 29, 2010
" Jones entered Wednesday's game with a .211 average and outside of his five multi-hit games he is batting .106 (7-for-66). Roberts has more medical issues BALTIMORE -- Brian Roberts continues to be slowed by a rash of medical issues, as the Orioles second baseman has been dealing with flu-like symptoms and stomach discomfort and is expected to undergo an endoscopy on Thursday. Roberts has been on the disabled list since April 10, exiting the previous day's home opener with a strained abdominal... (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Inter Milan midfielder Sneijder resumes training Apr 28, 2010
MILAN (AP) -Inter Milan playmaker Wesley Sneijder has trained regularly again after two days out due to a left thigh muscle strain. The move means the Netherlands international could start as usual in the second leg of the Champions League semifinals against Barcelona on Wednesday. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Hamstring lands Cruz on disabled list Apr 28, 2010
Cruz said he felt the muscle strain while scoring on a wild pitch in the fifth inning. "Every time I do a quick move, I feel it," Cruz said. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Chipper surprised by Jordan's comments Apr 26, 2010
Jones recently missed three games with an oblique muscle strain in his side. He said he worked out, he got himself in better shape but, you know. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
No. 7 Gator Face Huge Test vs. No. 9 Arkansas Apr 24, 2010
47) who missed last weekend with a mild muscle strain. If Johnson cant go, Florida could turn to freshman Steven Rodriguez who pitched five scoreless innings out of the bullpen last Sunday in Lexington. (FightinGators.com)
Reynolds sits with bad quad Apr 23, 2010
John McHale Jr., MLB's executive vice president of administration, decided to rescind the suspension Tuesday, determining that the "the difficulties in recovering from foot surgery during the offseason, combined with the physical challenges created by your serious muscle strain" were proof enough to rescind the suspension and fine. "Looking back now with a clear head maybe they did get away from him, maybe they didn't," Snyder said. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Happ may be able to start Saturday Apr 21, 2010
J.A. Happ will miss at least his next start with a muscle strain in his left arm ... He will miss at least his next start because the Phils said he has a "very mild" flexor pronator muscle strain in his left arm. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Blanton pleased with two-inning rehab start Apr 21, 2010
Blanton, who is recovering from a left oblique muscle strain, needed only 13 pitches to retire six batters in order, throwing 11 strikes. He threw all fastballs and struck out two. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
MLB drops suspension of M's Lee after appeal Apr 21, 2010
The Mariners said McHale wrote in a letter to Lee and the team that he determined "the difficulties in recovering from foot surgery during the offseason combined with the physical challenges created by your serious muscle strain" were sufficient evidence to rescind the suspension and fine. Baseball often reduces suspensions but rarely drops them. (ESPN -- Baseball)
MLB Rescinds Lee's Suspension Apr 21, 2010
Lee, who has been on the 15-day disabled list since the start of the season with an abdominal muscle strain, was suspended on March 17 after Major League Baseball deemed that he intentionally threw at the head of Arizona catcher Chris Snyder during a spring training game two days earlier. The Mariners and Lee appealed the penalty on the basis of Lee's abdominal injury, which he sustained during that game, and his recovery from foot surgery. (ABC 7 News, DC)
MLB rescinds Lee's suspension Apr 21, 2010
McHale determined that the "the difficulties in recovering from foot surgery during the offseason, combined with the physical challenges created by your serious muscle strain" were proof enough to rescind the suspension and fine. "I was a little bit surprised," Lee said. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Phillies' Happ to miss start Apr 20, 2010
According to senior vice president and general manager Ruben Amaro Jr., Happ "was seen by Dr. Michael Ciccotti and had an MRI. The MRI revealed a very mild flexor pronator muscle strain. J.A. has been progressing and improving since then, but we will take a conservative approach and skip his next start. He is scheduled for a bullpen session on Thursday.". A 2004 third-round draft choice, Happ earned a spot in the Phillies rotation last season and took advantage by going 12-4 with a strong 2. (NJ.com -- Times)
Phils to skip Happ's next turn in rotation Apr 20, 2010
The Phillies said the MRI revealed a "very mild pronator muscle strain.". Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. said in a statement that "J.A. has been progressing and improving since then, but we will take a conservative approach and skip his next start.". (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Orioles' Pie out three months Apr 20, 2010
Outfielder Felix Pie, who was put on the 15-day disabled list last Friday because of an upper back muscle strain, actually has a ruptured latissimus dorsai, the broadest muscle in the back, and will miss three months. He will not undergo surgery, but will rest the injury and go to Florida for rehabilitation. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Branyan, Wood closer to returns Apr 19, 2010
Closer Kerry Wood (right back muscle strain) is also nearing a return from the DL. He is scheduled to throw his third bullpen session of the week Saturday, and Acta said Wood might throw a simulated game early next week. In-season PFP new focus for Tribe. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
K-Mart Back for Nuggets, AK-47 Out for Jazz Apr 18, 2010
An MRI revealed a muscle strain in a different area from his previous two strains, so team doctors recommended two weeks of rest while they look into other treatment options. "I can't react. What am I going to do? Go jump and hit my head against the wall? I'm not going to do that," Jazz coach Jerry Sloan said. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Nuggets host banged-up Jazz in Game 1 of West quarters Apr 18, 2010
MRI results revealed a muscle strain in a location unique from the previous two injured spots and the veteran will miss the next two weeks as the team addresses other treatment options. Kirilenko missed 15 of the Jazzs final 17 regular season games with the previous two left calf injuries. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Injuries set tone for Nuggets-Jazz series Apr 17, 2010
An MRI revealed a muscle strain in a different area from his previous two strains, so team doctors recommended two weeks of rest while they look into other treatment options. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pie put on 15-day disabled list Apr 17, 2010
According to the team's press release, Pie is also suffering from an upper back muscle strain and Trembley hinted that the outfielder -- scheduled for an MRI on Monday -- could be shelved beyond the minimum 15 days. "I haven't seen what they are classifying this as, shoulder soreness, lat strain. I think it's a couple of things to be honest with you," Trembley said. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Team Update #11 Apr 15, 2010
played a very tough match with a pec muscle strain, which limited his service motion severely. He almost to come up with a win, but he did a terrific job out there fighting. (Utahutes.com)
Strained abdominal lands Roberts on DL Apr 13, 2010
Roberts walked to open Friday's game, and the impact of the bag hitting his midsection is what is believed to have caused the muscle strain. Roberts said he immediately felt the strain, and after scoring the game's first run, he did not return. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Optimistic Roberts feels better already Apr 11, 2010
The O's leadoff hitter, Roberts walked to open Friday's game, and the impact of the bag hitting his midsection is what is believed to have caused the muscle strain. Roberts said he immediately felt the strain, and after scoring the game's first run, he did not return. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Band of brothers unite in Arizona Apr 10, 2010
He's been recovering from a flexor muscle strain in his right elbow. Hanrahan pitched on Thursday night for Class A Bradenton and struck out two of the three batters he faced. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Don't reach for pitchers too soon Mar 30, 2010
A muscle strain set him back early this spring, but he's described as no more than a week behind by several Red Sox coaches. Without a rotation spot he has exactly zero fantasy value. (USA Today -- Sports)
Caregiver Safety for Moving & Manag... Mar 27, 2010
Performing these daily duties improperly can result in a caregiver suffering muscle strain, backache, a sore neck, or something worse. The patient who has gone through physical rehabilitation for injury, stroke or some other ailment will have to rely on family members particularly a primary caregiver to take over at home. (Suite101.com)
The Benefits of Massage Therapy Mar 24, 2010
Some sort of muscle strain such as a sports injury, heavy lifting or a fall causes most back pain. The large muscles of the back become inflamed and sore. (Suite101.com)
Indians' Wood out 6-8 weeks with muscle strain Mar 22, 2010
Indians' Kerry Wood out 6-8 weeks with muscle strain - MLB - SI.com ... Not again: Indians closer Wood out 6-8 weeks with muscle strain. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Indians' Kerry Wood may miss two months with muscle strain Mar 21, 2010
By Chris McGrath, Getty Images. Kerry Wood pitches in a spring training game earlier this month in Goodyear, Arizona. (USA Today -- Sports)
Baker excited to return to game action Mar 21, 2010
Sidelined with a right forearm muscle strain, Baker made his first Grapefruit League start behind the plate Saturday against the Nationals at Space Coast Stadium. It was an eventful and successful return in Florida's 5-3 win. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Seay to have another MRI on shoulder Mar 21, 2010
He has been diagnosed with a muscle strain around his elbow and hopes rest and treatment will allow him to start throwing again in the coming days. "It was affecting me to the point where I wasn't really long-tossing, either," said Miner, who has struggled for much of the spring. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Clarke lets his bat do the talking Mar 19, 2010
" North also answered some of his critics with his patient knock. The pair shared a 140-run partnership for the fifth wicket. Clarke took 102 balls to reach his half-century and then just 39 to reach his 14th Test hundred and second in two Tests, kissing his helmet and hugging North in celebration. Clarke hit 10 fours and two sixes. The 28-year-old was stuck on nine from 45 balls at tea before playing some dashing strokes in the final session. It was also a key moment for North, who averaged... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Australia cruise to lunch break Mar 19, 2010
Watson pulled out with a hip injury after a bruise, inflicted by Kiwi paceman Shane Bond during the one-day international series, developed into a muscle strain ... "Its a muscle strain now as a result of the trauma. "He has got a cork in the thigh and then they go on to strain the muscle a few days later. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
New Study Finds 70 Percent of Able-Bodied Hockey Players Have Abnormal Hip and Pelvis MRIs Mar 18, 2010
Twelve of the 39 (31 percent) had muscle strain injuries of the hips and 2 of 39 (5 percent) had tendinosis (inflammation) of the hips. Overall, 70 percent of the players had irregular findings on their MRIs, but no clinical symptoms. (Science Daily)
PRO DAY TRACKER: Live updates on prospects' workouts Mar 18, 2010
Fortunately for Worthington, it was just a muscle strain and he's ready to go today. Kurt Coleman had been suffering from a groin injury leading up to the combine. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
'Everything feels better' for LA's Furcal Mar 15, 2010
Not only did he not sign with the Braves until Feb. 24, with Spring Training already under way, but a left thigh muscle strain in late April shelved him for a couple of weeks. "Then I felt like I was playing uphill all season," said Anderson. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Scans May Be Misleading for Hockey Players Mar 15, 2010
Only two of the players reported slight pain, but the MRIs revealed that 21 players (54 percent) had labral tears (tears in the structure that keeps the hip in place), 12 (31 percent) had muscle strain injuries of the hips, and two (5 percent) had inflammation of the hips. The findings were to be presented Saturday at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine's annual meeting in New Orleans. (AZCentral -- Health)
Marlins Inbox: Who will play first base? Mar 15, 2010
Baker has been out with a right forearm muscle strain, and Maybin is nursing a strained left groin. Have a question about the Marlins. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Prognosis good for Rays' Navarro, Joyce Mar 13, 2010
"As far as we can tell, it's a muscle strain, possibly a nerve. But if it's a nerve then it heals even quicker. Right now, we're treating it as a muscle strain and going from there, which is really good news. ... Hopefully be back in a couple of days. Not really sure of the time frame. Wait and see what they say.". 2010 Spring Training - Tampa Bay Rays. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Salmons, Jennings keep Bucks rolling with 95-87 win over Jazz Mar 13, 2010
The Jazz played much of the second half without forward , who has a muscle strain in his left calf and is questionable for Sunday's game at Oklahoma City. also aggravated a left shoulder injury and was icing it after the game. (USA Today -- Sports)
Narveson continues unsung audition Mar 12, 2010
" Narveson has struggled in that department. He had Tommy John surgery in 2001 and missed the start of '02. He went back to the disabled list in August 2005 because of a shoulder strain and eventually needed surgery for a torn labrum, costing him the start of '06. He made his Major League debut with the Cardinals later that season but had another should 00003051 er setback in '07 and was limited to 12 Minor League games. Those are just the injuries that show up in the Brewers' media guide.... (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Tribe Inbox: Should Sizemore bat third? Mar 9, 2010
290 with 10 doubles, four homers and 26 RBIs in 76 games before his season was cut short with a left rib cage muscle strain. Where does Nick Hagadone look to start out this season. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
