It's worth noting that Dempsey traded jerseys with Shelton after the Sounders game
Its a ligament on the inside of the knee. It can stretch and tear to varying degrees with a valgus stress on the knee. Given the 4 week estimated recovery time, I think that he probably has a mild grade II or a bad grade I sprain. The MCL is structural in that the knee is unstable if it tears completely, but it is not complicated like the cruciate ligaments or a meniscal tear would be. With normal anti-inflammatory therapy (rest, ice compression and elevation) and a graduated return to activity, he'll be as good as new with very little chance of residuals.Anyone know about this MCL sprain he's listed as having? I was wondering why I haven't seen him the past few games.
Its a ligament on the inside of the knee. It can stretch and tear to varying degrees with a valgus stress on the knee. Given the 4 week estimated recovery time, I think that he probably has a mild grade II or a bad grade I sprain. The MCL is structural in that the knee is unstable if it tears completely, but it is not complicated like the cruciate ligaments or a meniscal tear would be. With normal anti-inflammatory therapy (rest, ice compression and elevation) and a graduated return to activity, he'll be as good as new with very little chance of residuals.
Thank you Dr. RosenrosenIts a ligament on the inside of the knee. It can stretch and tear to varying degrees with a valgus stress on the knee. Given the 4 week estimated recovery time, I think that he probably has a mild grade II or a bad grade I sprain. The MCL is structural in that the knee is unstable if it tears completely, but it is not complicated like the cruciate ligaments or a meniscal tear would be. With normal anti-inflammatory therapy (rest, ice compression and elevation) and a graduated return to activity, he'll be as good as new with very little chance of residuals.
Thank you Dr. Rosenrosen
There is an established protocol for return to play. As he hits benchmarks, he is cleared to the next phase. everything can go faster or slower depending on his body's healing time.But safe to assume its something they will be really careful not to rush?
A week ago, wed or thurs. The club sucks with info, and they've been tragically wrong with estimates in the past (Calle/Williams), but I've heard a four week estimated return. That gets him back for Montreal away 7/4When did his injury happen? Haven't heard of it. That is unfortunate. Wonder when he returns.