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And he wouldn't go under the knife to fix it.....Gary Ablett Snr retired because he blew out his knee at pre-season training.
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And he wouldn't go under the knife to fix it.....Gary Ablett Snr retired because he blew out his knee at pre-season training.
Said best, not the most overrated.
And he said Cotchin not Michael Hurley
I am no doctor but I heard Peter Larkins say all it means is his shoulder is now stable, but too stable / stiff. The hydro dilatation is designed to free it up. If it doesn't work they'll do an arthroscope to remove scar tissue. Doesn't sound too serious, just a minor setback.
Said best, not the most overrated.
At least he'll be allowed to play next year.
I think that's inevitable!I think the simple solution is just to follow in his father's footsteps and become a full time full forward.
Why hasn't Ablett signed yet?
He wrote an article in the Gold Coast Bulletin yesterday saying that he'll definitely re-sign, but the paperwork is still being finalised. Personally, I think his shoulder is a worry and it's delayed his contract extension. He'll want to sign with his shoulder 100% recovered, not the current 90% with difficulties taking an overhead mark.Why hasn't Ablett signed yet?
Probably struggling to use a pen with that 90% shoulder toHe wrote an article in the Gold Coast Bulletin yesterday saying that he'll definitely re-sign, but the paperwork is still being finalised. Personally, I think his shoulder is a worry and it's delayed his contract extension. He'll want to sign with his shoulder 100% recovered, not the current 90% with difficulties taking an overhead mark.
Remember, Pickering is a campaigner when it comes to holding clubs to ransom. He'll want Gaz to get the most coin he can, and he won't get that coin unless he can prove he's completely recovered - i.e. after the first few rounds.
Remember, Pickering is a campaigner when it comes to holding clubs to ransom.
He wrote an article in the Gold Coast Bulletin yesterday saying that he'll definitely re-sign, but the paperwork is still being finalised. Personally, I think his shoulder is a worry and it's delayed his contract extension. He'll want to sign with his shoulder 100% recovered, not the current 90% with difficulties taking an overhead mark.
Remember, Pickering is a campaigner when it comes to holding clubs to ransom. He'll want Gaz to get the most coin he can, and he won't get that coin unless he can prove he's completely recovered - i.e. after the first few rounds.
you're thinking of the other Gary Ablett.Anything to do with the Karmichael Hunt charges today. According to news.com.au another 7 players from the NRL/Super Rugby and AFL are likely to be charged.
Not sure if it's 2 weeks, but he did have another hydrodilation operation very recently. He's had it done several times since his initial surgery, but it's not a severe or dangerous operation.I don't know if this is true or not but rumour goes third hand through me (maybe fourth) that Gaz had more surgery on the shoulder two weeks back.
The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic, takes about 15 minutes to complete and the patient goes home immediately afterwards. The procedure appears to be safe with transient pain during and after the procedure being the most common complaint.
Hydodilatation involves stretching the capsule of the joint by injecting a mixture of sterile saline, local anaesthetic and steroid. This opens up the joint and releases sticky adhesions within the joint. The Radiologist performs the procedure in the Xray department using Xray guidance to ensure the injection is accurately placed.
You will be asked to lie on your back with your hand by your side. The skin will be cleaned and local anaesthetic will be given to numb up the area. A fine needle will be introduced onto the surface of the shoulder joint under Xray guidance and a small volume of Xray dye (iodine contrast) will be injected to ensure safe positioning.
The saline, steroid and further local anaesthetic will then be given.
Not sure if it's 2 weeks, but he did have another hydrodilation operation very recently. He's had it done several times since his initial surgery, but it's not a severe or dangerous operation.
Here's some info:
From what I understand, the procedure can occur every few weeks and hypothetically makes the recovery process quicker for those with a 'frozen shoulder' (like Gaz). I suppose one way of looking at it would be:I guess the key info is in previous cases of GAJ's injury, how many of these procedures and how often do they need to be performed to get resolution of the issue. Meaning is his repeated need for the procedure normal. more than normal etc…
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From what I understand, the procedure can occur every few weeks and hypothetically makes the recovery process quicker for those with a 'frozen shoulder' (like Gaz). I suppose one way of looking at it would be:
Week 1: Gaz's range of motion of at 70% and has hydrodilation therapy
Week 6: Gaz's range of motion is at 80% and has hydrodilation therapy
Week 9: Gaz's range of motion is 85% and has hydrodilation therapy
Week 15: Gaz's range of motion is at 90% and has hydrodilation therapy
etc
Last I heard his range of motion was at roughly 90% and could take overhead marks but not completely effectively. Each treatment of hydrodilation increases his recovery and range of motion, albeit very slowly.
As for whether the number of sessions he's had is normal or not - I have no idea. I only hear unconfirmed reports from people at the club, rather than media releases, but I'd say he's had more sessions than normal. Having a frozen shoulder after a bad dislocation is definitely not uncommon, but it's not the norm either. It can last anywhere from 5 to 26 months.
I'd say Gaz is very unlucky, but it's in no way a permanent disability or impairment. He's made great improvement and will almost 100% play in NAB3 or Round 1.