Anderson has tendinitis in knee Aug 27, 2008
But Anderson tweaked his patella tendon on the turn and throw to second and was replaced with Gary Matthews Jr. after the inning. Anderson was held out of the starting lineup on Monday against the A's but pinch-hit for Robb Quinlan in the eighth inning, grounding out to first base. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Mailbag: How will park boost economy? Aug 26, 2008
He's been on the disabled list since July 17 with right patella tendinitis. Miller is slotted to get another start with Double-A Carolina. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Ask the Sports Doc: Knee pain Aug 24, 2008
This in turn can cause pain in the front of the knee and can cause cartilage problems on the surface of the kneecap called chondromalacia of the patella. Strengthening the quadriceps muscle can help resolve this pain. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
The Exercise Corner: Think on the box Aug 23, 2008
When done properly, squats will actually strengthen the patella tendon and surrounding knee by way of the hamstrings, hips, and glutes taking over the majority of the work ... No wonder powerlifters who had torn their patella tendons with traditional squats were known not to merely rehab themselves with box squats, but to make huge gains in their total without any further knee problems. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Sunday Linehan Press Conference Aug 21, 2008
(Opening Remarks) Just to update you on a couple of the injuries; You know obviously (G) Mark Setterstrom, the diagnosis was a fractured Patella, that is what we thought last night and that is what it is ... You break your Patella, however you plant or whatever it is you do. (GridIronGateway.com)
Sidelined pitchers near return for Marlins Aug 21, 2008
Miller, out since July 18 with right patella tendinitis, will pitch for Double-A Carolina on Thursday. The lefty initially was set to start on Tuesday for Carolina, but he was pushed back a couple of days due to a blister. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
The 'three-man' Aug 18, 2008
Wade, MVP of the 2006 NBA Finals, has been derailed the last two years by a dislocated left shoulder and torn left patella tendon. By mid-May, coach Mike Krzyzewski wasn't sure how healthy he'd be. (USA Today -- Sports)
Tejada Deals With Knee and Self-Doubt Aug 15, 2008
Tejadas injury was described as a patella subluxation in his left knee, and he walked on crutches a few hours after hurting it. But he said his knee has improved in the 10 weeks since he felt a pop during the morning run. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
Olsen won't miss start for Marlins Aug 12, 2008
Miller, on the disabled list since July 18 with right patella tendinitis, will get his third rehab start when he pitchers for Class A Jupiter on Thursday. He'll be on an 80- to 85-pitch limit. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Perez shuts down Florida bats Aug 9, 2008
Marlins LHP Andrew Miller (patella tendinitis in right knee) is scheduled to make a rehab start Saturday for Class-A Jupiter. Paul Lo Duca and the Marlins agreed to a minor league deal Friday, a second chance for the veteran catcher who was released by the slumping Washington Nationals after the trading deadline. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Marlins' Treanor catches in rehab game Aug 3, 2008
Andrew Miller, on the 15-day disabled list since July 18 with patella tendinitis in his right knee, threw a bullpen session Saturday and is scheduled to throw three innings as the starting pitcher for the Gulf Coast League Marlins on Monday -- his first rehab assignment since the injury. Shortstop Hanley Ramirez was in the starting lineup for Saturday's game, hitting leadoff, after being hit right above his left elbow by a 98-mph fastball in his first at-bat on Friday. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Griffey's stay at home more bitter than sweet Aug 2, 2008
In the next few years, he spent more time overcoming injuries - torn patella tendon, torn hamstrings, dislocated shoulder, torn ankle, dislocated toe - than hitting homers. An All-Century outfielder in the 1990s with Seattle, he was a part-time player in Cincinnati. (WKRC.com, OH)
Cleveland Browns' Gary Baxter meets with Wendell Davis, another player who tore two patella tendons Jul 26, 2008
He walked him over to the sidelines and introduced him to Wendell Davis, the only other player in the NFL to suffer two torn patella tendons on the same play ... When Baxter first suffered his two torn patella tendons in October 2006, he didn't want to hear anything about Davis, who never made it back onto the field despite trying for two years ... Davis, who tore his patella tendons in Philadelphia in 1993 when his feet got stuck in the turf, thought about calling Baxter -- and then decided... (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Sanchez nearing return to Marlins Jul 26, 2008
Lefty Andrew Miller, who went on the DL on July 17 with right patella tendinitis, is throwing off the mound in Jupiter, Fla. He could be facing batters in the next few days. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Dolphins work out rookie lineman Pedro Sosa, no offer made Jul 23, 2008
He injured his left patella tendon during a November practice and re-injured it during East/West Shrine game practices. The injury eventually required surgery. (The Palm Beach Post)
Webber works to walk on at Fresno State Jul 21, 2008
This is with a knee now stabilized by a ligament from a cadaver attached by Fresno orthopedist Eric Hanson in a procedure called patella tendon allograft. This is about months of four- and five-day-a-week rehabilitation and training. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
MLB notebook: Hampton suffers another setback Jul 20, 2008
He replaces left-hander Andrew Miller, who was placed on the 15-day DL with patella tendinitis in his right knee. The Cubs placed Jon Lieber on the 15-day DL because of a right foot strain and recalled infielder Micah Hoffpauir from Class AAA Iowa. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Reed: Jackson battles injuries, sets sight on international competition Jul 17, 2008
"I had a partial tear of the patella tendon in my right knee," he said. "It was something I had been dealing with the entire season. It just snapped on me.". (ESPN -- College Sports)
Willis setting sights on return to Majors Jul 13, 2008
Team physician Dr. Stephen Lemos diagnosed Willis with patella tendinitis in his right knee and gave him a cortisone shot. Wearing a special brace on the knee, Willis had several bullpen sessions this week with pitching coach Chuck Hernandez. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
L.A. Sparks sign Abington hoops star Jul 8, 2008
When she did return from the injury lesions under the patella the Mystics had already signed Crystal Smith and the writing was on the wall. Jacobs wasn t out of work long. Released on June 23, she was contacted by the Sparks less than an hour after the news hit the transaction wire. (Scranton Times, PA)
They Said What? Jul 4, 2008
"It was for a complete tear. On the first injury I used a cadaver, which did not work well with my body because it didnt hold. This time I used my patella (patellar tendon).". Defensive Coordinator Greg Blache. (WarpathInsiders.com)
Browns CB shows grit on the mend Jun 30, 2008
It was more ligament structure and not a torn patella tendon, said Holly. There are great players on our roster who have come back from torn [anterior cruciate ligaments] and made the Pro Bowl, including Kellen Winslow and Braylon Edwards. (Cleveland.com)
But seriously, folks, Roberts not ready yet Jun 29, 2008
Roberts, 36, had arthroscopic surgery April 12 to clean up arthritis in the patella femoral joint of his left knee. Bochy said if Roberts continues to progress at this rate, he could start rehab before the All-Star break target date. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
A golfing genius takes a dumb step Jun 20, 2008
The patella tendon ruptured on a touchdown catch, sending him to the operating room again. "If I had known the consequences of it," Rice said, "I wouldn't have come back.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Neu: 'If we win, we're in' Jun 18, 2008
INJURY REPORT: VooDoo defensive back Anthony Floyd is expected to undergo surgery to repair torn patella tendons in both of his knees, a team spokesman said Tuesday. The injury occurred in the first quarter against the Predators. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Predators turn back VooDoo Jun 14, 2008
In addition to losing the game, the VooDoo also lost defensive back Anthony Floyd to an injury when he tore the patella tendon in each of his knees with 13:46 left in the second quarter. Floyd, who was playing in only his second game of the season for the VooDoo, had to be carted off the field. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Schefter: No big deals for unhappy players Jun 13, 2008
Bentley ruptured his patella tendon on the very first play of the first 11-on-11 drill on the opening day of training camp in 2006. Subsequently, Bentley endured two more knee surgeries, and the Browns. (ESPN -- Football News)
With tight end Kellen Winslow in town for minicamp, Cleveland Browns turn attention to center LeCharles Bentley Jun 10, 2008
Bentley has not practiced with the Browns since tearing a patella knee tendon on the first team drill of the 2006 training camp and then suffering complications from a staph infection. The Cleveland native has dedicated the past two years to returning to his hometown team. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Reds 9, Marlins 4 Jun 10, 2008
Then came a succession of major injuriestorn hamstrings, torn patella tendon, separated shoulder, torn anklethat knocked him way off Aarons pace. Nearly knocked him off the map, too. (WKRC.com, OH)
* [HEALTH] These knees are made for dancing Jun 10, 2008
It uses smaller surgical instruments and creates a smaller incision, reduces trauma to soft tissues and avoids moving the patella, or kneecap, during the operation. Among 24 patients who had both knees replaced using the new technique, Bonutti reported that there was an early advantage of less pain, much less need for narcotics and quicker return to function, even for patients who were seriously overweight or out of shape. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Dodgers could use a boost from Furcal Jun 3, 2008
Jones added he's happy the surgery showed there's nothing wrong with his patella tendon, which he feared may have been the case. The Dodgers also announced the clock has been stopped on injured pitcher Jason Schmidt's Minor League rehab stint. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Tejada Injures Knee During Morning Run May 31, 2008
Trainor said Tejada suffered a patella subluxation in his left knee which is his non-kicking leg during a morning run. Its the same injury the kicker suffered as a soccer player at Springdale High. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
MLAX | Healthy chance: Virginia's Ben Rubeor is talented, but has battled plenty of injuries. Now he hopes to end his career the right way May 23, 2008
Rubeor sprained his medial collateral ligament and partially dislocated his patella - a replica of his injury the previous year. But it was worse than that, Starsia said. (Daily Orange, NY)
Reds 5, Marlins 3 May 14, 2008
NL Florida at Cincinnati Reds shortstop Jeff Keppinger left tonight's game due to a fractured left patella suffered batting in the second inning. Play-By-Play. (USA Today -- Sports)
Reds win, but lose Keppinger May 14, 2008
Keppinger left the game two innings later and X-rays showed a fractured patella that is likely to send him to the disabled list. In the bottom of the fifth, Hairston hit a two-out double to the left-field wall and stole third base. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
MSU’s Polk to take part in ceremony at LSU stadium May 10, 2008
Freshman catcher Cody Freeman will not catch with his patella injury, but may be used as a designated hitter in certain situations. Polk s pitching rotation will be the same as it has been the last several weeks with Chad Crosswhite (2-4, 9. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Wolverines' Tuohy is jumping with joy May 4, 2008
More than two years after shredding his right patella ligament into three pieces while horsing around with friends at school, Tuohy is competing again. He played basketball over the winter and now is clearing the 6-foot barrier in the high jump. (Anchorage Daily News)
Knee injury sidelines USM pitcher Clark for season Apr 15, 2008
The impact injured Clark's patella tendon and femur. Surgery was performed Sunday night. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Traveling team preview: Spiece Gym Rats Apr 15, 2008
Bradley says he has had a couple surgeries the past year related to a patella tendon injury suffered last May. The coach is not sure if Nicholson will be able to return before summer play ends in July. (Indiana Sports -- Rivals.com)
Receiver Chris James Ready To Make Impact Apr 11, 2008
"The leg I'm favoring is not even my ACL leg. They took a patella tendon from my right leg and put it in my left leg, so my tendon is still growing back. I got tendonitis before it fully grew back, so that's what's bothering me right now. My left leg is perfectly stable. I have no problems with it at all. The 6'-0", 188 pound Chicago Morgan Park graduate, who caught 5 passes for 76 yards as a true freshman two years ago, lived vicariously through his roommate and friend during his enforced... (IlliniBoard.com)
Football Nears End of Spring Practice, Readies for Scrimmage Apr 10, 2008
Another defensive back, senior David Tafuna is just coming around after an injury sidelined him for much of spring practice, and junior linebacker Terrance Hooks will miss much of the season with a torn patella tendon. The Cougars look forward to bringing back several contributors from full-time missions for the upcoming season. (The Daily Universe, UT)
MSU overcomes loss of Freeman Apr 3, 2008
When the Bulldogs arrived at Polk-Dement Stadium on Tuesday afternoon, they learned that an MRI revealed that freshman catcher Cody Freeman has a tear in the labrum of the back and a subluxed patella (knee cap) and he could be out of the lineup for two to four weeks. Freeman, who leads Mississippi State with a. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Notebook: Painter on staff, injuries, more Apr 2, 2008
"Grant will be out indefinitelyAfter playing through pain all season, junior-to-be guard is expected to undergo knee surgery to repair a partially torn patella tendon in his knee.Grant will visit the doctor Wednesday, after which a "game plan" will be formulated."I think Keaton will have surgery," Painter said. "We just have to know the particulars, with the MRI (scan) and how that comes out. "Painter later estimated Grant's anticipated recovery time to be 4-6 months, and said he may have to sit... (Purdue Sports -- Rivals.com)
Kentucky WRs Ford, Gholson injured; RB Jackson dismissed Mar 30, 2008
(AP) - Kentucky wide receiver DeMoreo Ford ruptured the patella tendon in his knee during practice on Saturday and could miss the 2008 season. Ford, a junior, will have surgery to repair the injury this week. (FOX19.com, OH)
Morris is ready to regroup with Patriots after injury Mar 25, 2008
He ruptured the patella tendon in his right knee before the 2007 season but recovered in time to start the season. Despite the injuries, Bowman has been clocked under 4. (Boston Globe)
Arenas nears return from surgery Mar 16, 2008
Also, Wizards center was out for the game against the Clippers with a left patella tendon strain. According to a Wizards spokesman, Haywood suffered the injury in Thursday's game against Cleveland. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Sunday North: Pine-Richland grad Loeffert dives into NCAA meet Mar 16, 2008
If not for a dislocated left patella, Jason Loeffert might be getting ready to play spring soccer instead of preparing for the NCAA Division III swimming and diving championships ... "I've had a number of injuries over the years, not just the dislocated patella, and those have gotten me interested in the sports medicine field," he said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Wade Injury Spin: Replacing greatness Mar 15, 2008
Last year Wade was dealing with a chronic case of patellar tendinitis, inflammation of the tendon that anchors the large quadriceps muscle on the front of the thigh to the shin (tibia). The tendon is strongly bound to the patella, or kneecap, hence the name. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Despite two injuries, Morzan returns to court Mar 4, 2008
Now, this season has brought on yet another injury for Morzan to deal with -- patella tendinitis, or "jumper's knee.". "I was going to the trainer's room almost five times a week, depending on how much pain I was feeling," she said about her rehabilitation last semester. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Roundup: McFarland, Morris released by Colts Feb 28, 2008
He missed last season with a torn patella tendon. -- John Clayton, ESPN.com. (ESPN -- Football News)
Tuesdays with the Team I: Prowitt/Washington Feb 28, 2008
Only one was serious the patella my junior year ... The patella was you cant walk. (TheBootleg.com)
Notes: Har00001AC0dy glad arbitration avoided Feb 19, 2008
The Official Site of The Milwaukee Brewers: News: Notes: Hardy glad arbitration avoided. 02/18/2008 6:39 PM ET Notes: Hardy glad arbitration avoided Hearing w 00001C3D as slated for Monday until agreement reached By Adam McCalvy / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
How a red-black Spider grew an extra leg Feb 16, 2008
"Last summer, I went to Croatia and swam and lay on the beach. I came back to pre-season, and the [patella tendon] pain in my knee I'd been carrying around for two-and-a-half years had just disappeared. "Playing for Australia was always such a big thing for me, but when I thought about coming back, I thought of all the travel, all the hassle. I'm glad my last game wasn't the one against Croatia, and when I came back for my farewell game [against Paraguay in late 2006] it took me about an hour to... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Lady Warriors head into tourney with a victory Feb 13, 2008
Point guard Jessica Mayes has had an injured patella tendon, starting forward DeShanna Honore recently fought through the flu, key offensive player Andrea Jones played through turf toe and versatile, energetic bench player Trinese Fox is just getting back near 100 percent from an MCL sprain. All four saw significant minutes against the Lady Hornets in what became an increasingly physical battle as the night moved on. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Squat Analysis Feb 9, 2008
Rectus femoris: Iliac crest to Tibia via patella. Vastus Lateralis: Femur to Tibia via patella ... Vastus Intermedius: Femur to Tibia via patella. (Suite101.com)
Miami awaits Marion's physical Feb 8, 2008
" O'Neal has averaged 25.6 points and 11.5 rebounds in 16 seasons in the NBA. This season, plagued by injuries and going through a divorce, he's averaging 14.2 points. Without O'Neal, and with sidelined with a torn right patella and quadriceps tendon, Riley acknowledged the Heat will become a more perimeter-based offensive team. "We have to," Riley said. "Right now, if you take a look at our team, we're younger, we have become more flexible and we have two very productive players at their... (ESPN -- Golf News)
Heat stuck in the post-Shaq/pre-Marion era Feb 8, 2008
Without ONeal, and with Alonzo Mourning sidelined with a torn right patella and quadriceps tendon, Riley acknowledged the Heat will become a more perimeter-based offensive team. We have to, Riley said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Murray pulls out of Davis Cup duty Jan 31, 2008
"Following the intensive off-season training my right knee, which has a bipartite patella, started to act up again when I returned from Australia," he said. "We had a scan done this week and following discussions with my team we have decided that it is better not to play in the Davis Cup tie against Argentina."I am very disappointed not to be joining my Davis Cup team-mates in Buenos Aires because I love playing for my country and have always enjoyed the team atmosphere of the Davis Cup. (Guardian Unlimited)
Celtics' Posey can feel the Heat's pain Jan 29, 2008
"O'Neal started the season with lingering left knee problems, has had right hip and left thigh ailments this season, and is out tonight with acute inflammation of the left hip and quadriceps. He recently dispelled rumors about shutting it down for the season and retiring with two years and $40 million left on his contract after this season. The Heat also lost veteran center Alonzo Mourning after he had patella and quadriceps tendon surgery Dec. 20.Posey said he didn't think O'Neal was on the... (Boston Globe)
MBB: Rutgers travels to Pitt Jan 27, 2008
Top soph reserve joins them with a broken patella while junior has been suffering from groin and hip injuries. Freshman center is a dominant force under the basket but is prone to foul trouble. (RutgersInsider.com)
Work ethic has led to success for UNH's Abreu Jan 24, 2008
That was the night Abreu collided with Salem guard Erik Grosyk who went on to play at Harvard and popped the patella tendon in his leg, hitting the floor in agony. "The doctors at the time said they weren't sure whether he'd ever be 100 percent," said Lynn Classical coach Tom Grassa. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
'Zo not ruling out return Jan 22, 2008
Mourning tore the patella tendon and quadriceps muscle in his right leg on Dec. 19 -- ironically, the fourth anniversary of his life-saving kidney transplant. But his recovery is going well, even though Mourning still cannot drive or work out the way he used to. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Rehabbing Zo not sure about retirement Jan 22, 2008
Lynne Sladky / APAlzongo Mourning tore the patella tendon and quadriceps muscle in his right leg on Dec. 19 ironically, the fourth anniversary of his life-saving kidney transplant ... Mourning tore the patella tendon and quadriceps muscle in his right leg on Dec. 19 ironically, the fourth anniversary of his life-saving kidney transplant. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Jankovic ousts Serena Williams from Aussia Open Jan 22, 2008
Mourning tore the patella tendon and quadriceps muscle in his right leg on Dec. 19 - ironically, the fourth anniversary of his life-saving kidney transplant. Fans to decidedunk contest winner. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Notes: Mourning not ready to retire yet Jan 22, 2008
That's because Mourning, who tore the patella tendon and quadriceps tendon in his right leg on Dec. 19 at Atlanta, refuses to retire. More on the Heat. (The Palm Beach Post)
