Re: Whaley - Torn Meniscus

[John Hall]

If you're referring to the surgery he had during the 1992-93 season I
don't think it was the same day. But it was really soon afterwards, maybe
a week later? And his first game back he scored a bunch against Indiana
(although this was a blow-out loss).

Maybe it's easier for a guard than a 260+ lb center?

				- John in Mn

On Tue, 2 Dec 2003, Joe Feeley wrote:

> Didn't Nick Van Exel play the same day he had this type of surgery?
>
> --- Chris <address@hidden> wrote:
> > Man, that is a real letdown. I had a torn meniscus in my left knee
> > that required surgery, and I can tell you that I wasn't feeling up
> > to sports for probably 6-8 weeks at least. Hopefully our trainers
> > get him working on rehab better than I did, although I do wonder
> > why they didn't address this issue sooner rather than later if it
> > happened 2 weeks ago.
> >
> > http://www.alphaklinik.com/torn+meniscus.html
> >
> > How long will I be off work?
> > If the meniscus is stitched, you can expect to be off work for two
> > to three weeks, during which time you will need to use crutches:
> > Patients who do heavy manual work can expect to be off work for six
> > to eight weeks. If a part of the meniscus is removed, you can
> > expect to be off sick for one to two weeks if you work in an office
> > - two to three weeks if you do manual work. Depending on the extent
> > of the damage to the leg bones, it may take anywhere from one to
> > six weeks before you are "back to normal".
> > Can I play sports again?
> > If the tear is detected early on, i.e. there is no major damage to
> > the surfaces of the leg bones, then you may play any sports you
> > wish without limitations - however, you must first observe a
> > recovery period of between four and six weeks. If there is major
> > damage to the bone surfaces, you may only be able to play sports
> > again on a limited basis.
> >
> >
> >
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> > faith. And this is not of yourselves, but it is the gift of God;"
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