deep2evans Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 Broken bones heal - he'll be fine. I thought it was his knee at first - thank God it wasn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 Broken bones heal - he'll be fine. I thought it was his knee at first - thank God it wasn't. It's not nearly as simple as "broken bones heal". I've known two people who've had broken legs roughly severe as Wood's who ended up permanently disabled. It really depends on the type and location of the break, and any soft tissue involvement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trolls_r_us Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 The media reports are not making it sound career-threatening at all. Let's hope it just looked worse than it was. That happens quite often. Also, NFL players get top-notch care, which will help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shamrock Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 Tim Krumrie, Joe Theisman. By far the worst slow mo replays ever. I remember Madden (pretty sure) replaying that again, again and again and circling it... that foot flopping around like a fish on land... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shamrock Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 It's not nearly as simple as "broken bones heal". I've known two people who've had broken legs roughly severe as Wood's who ended up permanently disabled. It really depends on the type and location of the break, and any soft tissue involvement. I work in a Rehab (motor vehicle) and Tertiary hospital and could support you with a battery of broken bones that just don't heal. On a side note, there was an interesting article from an Aussie orthopedic surgeon, Dr Doig in which scientists have been looking at beach sandworm saliva for a "bone glue" of bone fragments too small to pin... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zazie Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 I think the conclusion we can draw from the many varied opinions is that it is very serious and can range anywhere from he is practising next summer to he never plays again and has a gimpy and/or shortened leg. Only time will tell, no reason to argue it further until more info becomes available. And that the guy who wished this injury on Levitre instead is an ass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonidas Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 I think the conclusion we can draw from the many varied opinions is that it is very serious and can range anywhere from he is practising next summer to he never plays again and has a gimpy and/or shortened leg. Only time will tell, no reason to argue it further until more info becomes available. And that the guy who wished this injury on Levitre instead is an ass. You forgot the peg-leg possibility. And don't forget, Vick had a similar injury a few years ago - fractured fibia and tibula. I'm sure they'll have to put rods/screws in it and it'll be painful as hell, but I think he'll be back next season without a doubt. He's young and although big, in phenomenal shape compared to the rest of society. he will not "have his leg set and casted" - please, stop it with the Marcus Welby wannabe medical opinions. This will involve a surgery called "open reduction & internal fixation", which is invasive and will involve correcting any displacement & inserting hardware and possible bone graft. "Setting it" and "casting it" is for an 8 yrd old who falls off his bike and breaks his arm, for example. The Wood injury was violently horrific. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildBills Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 Gee, thanks Doc. And to think all those years of med school went for **** and I'm still a retard. Say, if I'm having any trouble with any cases in the future can I give you a ring for a consult? if you're a real doctor then i suck dick for a living. good one ****! get your thumb out of your ass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zazie Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 You forgot the peg-leg possibility. And don't forget, Vick had a similar injury a few years ago - fractured fibia and tibula. I'm sure they'll have to put rods/screws in it and it'll be painful as hell, but I think he'll be back next season without a doubt. He's young and although big, in phenomenal shape compared to the rest of society. The peg leg almost DID happen to that NE RB who got hurt in a beach game at the probowl several years ago. Forgot his name, but I remember the Dr. sayaing after that they were close to having to amputate, it was 50/50 for awhile if they could save it. And I think even THAT guy came back albeit briefly, to the league. Edwards I think was his name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildBills Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 to all the dummies saying this is career ending. if it was as bad as the retards would lead you to believe on here. it would be all over the news and sports news. i wish him luck in recovery and some of you guys need to stop acting like a bunch desperate housewives. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleed Bills Blue Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 Also, NFL players get top-notch care.... Well, it's a good thing the new health care bill isn't law yet. With rationing of services coming, teams like the Colts and Patriots* will get top-notch care. The Lions and Bills will have to settle for whichever veterinarian is on call at the local animal shelter. My prayers go out to EW. He's a tough guy, and I believe he'll be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.Y. Orangeman Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 I know Andrews is the soft tissue guy. what I said was, he'll see a guy like Andrews to get his options and opinion. Off the top of my head I don't know the name of the bone guys. I'd be at Stedman if it were my kid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. WEO Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 I know Andrews is the soft tissue guy. what I said was, he'll see a guy like Andrews to get his options and opinion. Off the top of my head I don't know the name of the bone guys. "Dr. Andrews" probably hasn't treated an orthopedic trauma in many years. I can't see how he would be involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffalOhio Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 I watched it again, only to see if the knee or ankle were involved. I don't believe either were. His knee bent the correct way when he got hit. It looks like his leg broke about halfway up the tibia. Hopefully, he will be fine. Get well, Eric! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deep2evans Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 The peg leg almost DID happen to that NE RB who got hurt in a beach game at the probowl several years ago. Forgot his name, but I remember the Dr. sayaing after that they were close to having to amputate, it was 50/50 for awhile if they could save it. And I think even THAT guy came back albeit briefly, to the league. Edwards I think was his name. Edwards - right. But that was a McGahee type injury, blew out his injury knee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 if you're a real doctor then i suck dick for a living. good one ****! get your thumb out of your ass. You tell him, fluffer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gobillsinytown Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 I'm starting to re-think my theory that the Bills only seem snake-bitten each year with injuries. So with Eric out, won't this be the seventh different O-line configuration come Sunday? And doesn't that make three starting O-linemen out for the year? I'm sure other teams have similar injury problems, but this is getting ridiculous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike in Syracuse Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 Well, it's a good thing the new health care bill isn't law yet. With rationing of services coming, teams like the Colts and Patriots* will get top-notch care. The Lions and Bills will have to settle for whichever veterinarian is on call at the local animal shelter. My prayers go out to EW. He's a tough guy, and I believe he'll be fine. You know you're right, he might even have to face one of those scary death panels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tecmobowlbills Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 Time will tell on Woods injury. Im sure he will get the best care possible and hopefully he returns as good as new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted November 23, 2009 Share Posted November 23, 2009 if you're a real doctor then i suck dick for a living. good one ****! Well, I guess admission is the first step. Are you a swallower or a gargler? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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