#6 Joe Daniher - drank a beer

My mate snapped his ankle about the same time I had a really bad pimple. Recovery time was quite different.

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Needs to take his time to heal and run properly.

Remember Hirdy’s foot problems started when he did a calf during preseason, and overcompensated with the other leg.

Not so bizarre…

Calf Muscle Contusion

(Damage to a muscle through Impact) What is a contusion?

This type of injury is very common in contact sports. An impact to the muscles can cause more damage than might be expected and should be treated with respect.

The muscle is crushed against the bone and if not treated correctly or if treated too aggressively then Myositis may result.

There are two types of contusion:

Intramuscular which is a tearing of the muscle within the sheath that surrounds it. This means that the initial bleeding may stop early (within hours) because of increased pressure within the muscle however the fluid is unable to escape as the muscle sheath prevents it.

The result is considerable loss of function and pain which can take days or weeks to recover. You are not likely to see any bruising come out with this type - especially in the early stages.

Intermuscular which is a tearing of the muscle and part of the sheath surrounding it. This means that the initial bleeding will take longer to stop especially if you do not ice it. However recovery is often faster than intramuscular as the blood and fluids can flow away from the site of injury. You are more likely to see bruising come out with this one.

What are the symptoms?

  • It hurts because you have been whacked in the leg.

  • You might get swelling or bruising (see below).

  • Restricted movement is not uncommon.
    After two to three days check:

  • If the swelling has not gone then you probably have an intramuscular injury.

  • If the bleeding has spread and caused bruising away from the site of the injury then you probably have an intermuscular injury.

  • If you are more able to contract the muscle you probably have an intermuscular injury.

  • Can you feel a deformation in the muscle or a gap?

It is important you make the correct diagnosis because if you try to exercise on a complete rupture, or a bad intramuscular injury you can inhibit healing, make things worse or cause permanent disability. If you apply heat and massage in the early stages then you could get Myositis Ossificans (or bone forming within the muscle), then you are in trouble.

Like muscle strains, contusions are grade 1, 2 or 3 depending on the severity.

Grade 1: What does it feel like?

  • You might have tightness in the back of the lower leg.
  • You may be able to walk properly.
  • You probably won’t have much swelling.
  • Trying to push up onto your toes probably won’t produce much pain.
  • You should have nearly a full range of motion.

What can the athlete do?

  • Rest, Ice, Compress and Elevate immediately.

  • Use sports massage techniques to speed up recovery (very important).

  • Use ultrasound and electrical stimulation.

  • Prescribe a rehabilitation programme.

Grade 2: What does it feel like?

  • You probably cannot walk properly.
  • You may get occasional sudden twinges of pain during activity.
  • You may notice swelling.
  • Pressing in causes pain.
  • Pushing up on tip toes causes pain.
  • You may have limited range of movement…

What can the athlete do?

  • Ice, compress, elevate, use crutches for 3 to 5 days.
  • See a sports injury professional who can advise on a rehabilitation programme.

What can a Sports Injury Specialist or Doctor do?

  • Use sports massage techniques to speed up recovery (very important).
  • Use ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
  • Prescribe a rehabilitation programme consisting of stretching, strengthening and a gradual return to full fitness.

Grade 3: What does it feel like?

  • You will be unable to walk properly without the aid of crutches.
  • You will be in severe pain.
  • You will have bad swelling appear immediately.
  • A static contraction will be painful and might produce a bulge in the muscle.
  • Expect to be out of competition for 3 to twelve weeks.

What can the athlete do?

  • Week 1: You should seek medical attention immediately. Use crutches.
  • See a sports injury professional who can advise on rehabilitation.

What can a Sports Injury Specialist or Doctor do?

  • Use sports massage techniques to speed up recovery (very important).
  • Use ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
  • Prescribe a rehabilitation programme and monitor it.
  • Operate if needed.
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How do you know he would of had to push his body way too soon? What evidence is there of that?

So you are saying Joe will win a norm smith, multiple b&fs and lead us to a premiership?

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Uh oh

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He hasn’t done a calf! We rushed him back too early and his OP has flared up again you numpties

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How would you know it is poor management by player and club. F##k off. Gee there are a lot of ‘know alls’ on here.

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I would think this is correct. But it seems odd considering there was an article 2 days before and woosha said hes right to go

Any acne scarring?

I understand this logic.

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The best thing about a conspiracy theory is that any evidence against it is just part of the conspiracy!

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I’m not sure if we rushed him though. I’d just say he’s not ready. But yeah, it’s pretty clear in my opinion that he is just not right to play senior footy

Disguise it as a calf setback. Imagine the absolute meltdown if the club came out and said that his groins have flared up

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Now we have the Joe Daniher saga
Hes right to go
He will be on modified minutes/ managed
He has to pull up OK after Friday training.
He’s out for 6 weeks with a knock to the calf.

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We’ve actually had a pretty good run with injury in the past couple of seasons compared with other teams. Shame we didn’t do anything with it. We played better last year without a half fit Joe so I’m not so sure this even matters. He’s hardly a superstar (yet) despite the fapping on Blitz. Smack gets an opportunity ahead of Brown for me.

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…and out they come to play.

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I swear these are auto replies:

“However, Joe remains positive and is committed towards his rehabilitation program…While disappointing, this injury provides an opportunity for another forward to step up in Joe’s absence…”

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Can’t he simply apply some of this stuff and play?

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Of course they are. It isn’t a soap opera. Answers from a box.