Roy is contemplating experimental meniscus transplant procedure on both knees

[SlyPokerDog]

The Trail Blazers remain in evaluation mode with regard to Andre Miller, who would be a valuable addition to a contender needing an upgrade at point guard. As has been the case for several weeks, Portland's trade posture is directly linked to Brandon Roy's immediate and long-term medical future. Roy is contemplating an experimental meniscus transplant procedure on both knees, and it's difficult for GM Rich Cho to make any significant moves until Roy's course of action is determined. Meanwhile, the plucky Blazers have managed to win five out of seven since a Christmas night loss to Golden State.


http://www.cbssports.com/nba/story/14526229/with-cba-talks-looming-owners-committed-to-spending-less

 

[XXPrimusXX]

That's good to hear. I'm happy that the franchise is weighing their options in the trade market and not going into panic mode.

Also, I wonder what the rehab time on a meniscus surgery like that would be? I mean, if there is to be a lockout, let Brandon play limited minutes off the bench this season and go for the surgery during the lockout (and if it's a longer recovery, like microfracture, let's get it done ASAP) he and Greg would be all healed up and ready to roll once the NBA gets back to business.

If it is bone on bone and there's nothing that can be done to heal it, outside of this experimental surgery, I say go for it. You have nothing to lose.

 

[SlyPokerDog]

That's good to hear. I'm happy that the franchise is weighing their options in the trade market and not going into panic mode.

Also, I wonder what the rehab time on a meniscus surgery like that would be? I mean, if there is to be a lockout, let Brandon play limited minutes off the bench this season and go for the surgery during the lockout (and if it's a longer recovery, like microfracture, let's get it done ASAP) he and Greg would be all healed up and ready to roll once the NBA gets back to business.

If it is bone on bone and there's nothing that can be done to heal it, outside of this experimental surgery, I say go for it. You have nothing to lose.

I heard 15 - 18 mos recovery time.

 

[XXPrimusXX]

I heard 15 - 18 mos recovery time.

Well, then maybe they are seriously considering the surgery, thus why they've been saying Roy might not play again this season.

With all the talk of it not getting better, regardless of the time off. That leaves the Blazers with two options, have Roy play through the pain, or go for a surgery of this type. The wait and see approach just seemed redundant.

It's a relief to get some information. I was starting to believe that there was no game plan whatsoever. >_<

 

[Mediocre Man]

Cool. He should be good as new when his contract runs out

 

[RR7]

If the recovery is 18 months, that might put us eligible for an injured player exception on his contract, as he would have to likely be out next season for us to be.

 

[RR7]

Not that we'd use it, but it'd be MLE value

 

[RoyToy]

The Trail Blazers remain in evaluation mode

I almost stopped reading.

 

[BLAZER PROPHET]

I heard 15 - 18 mos recovery time.

That means we couldn't have him involuntarily 'retired' to free up cap space. Roy's a smart kid.

 

[Sug]

I heard 15 - 18 mos recovery time.

That seems rather long. Was that in one of the articles you linked?

 

[SlyPokerDog]

That seems rather long. Was that in one of the articles you linked?

Honestly I can't remember where the heck I got that from.

 

[Sug]

Honestly I can't remember where the heck I got that from.

Oh come on you emotionless twit, use your damned Vulcan mind! -Leonard H. "Bones" McCoy

 

[SlyPokerDog]

Oh come on you emotionless twit, use your damned Vulcan mind! -Leonard H. "Bones" McCoy

LOL!

 

[oldmangrouch]

What's the timeline for "Tommy John" surgery? I'd think this surgery was at least as difficult and complicated.

 

[e_blazer]

Following the surgery, many patients are placed into a knee brace for the first one to six weeks. Crutches are also necessary for one to six weeks. Most patients are allowed to move the knee within a few weeks after surgery to help prevent any stiffness. Pain is usually managed with medications.

Physical therapy will help you regain the motion and strength of your knee. Therapy lasts between three and six months.

When you can return to work will depend on your occupation, but can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months. A full return to activities and sports generally takes from six months to one year.

http://www.umm.edu/orthopaedic/meniscus.htm#11

 

[SlyPokerDog]

Following the surgery, many patients are placed into a knee brace for the first one to six weeks. Crutches are also necessary for one to six weeks. Most patients are allowed to move the knee within a few weeks after surgery to help prevent any stiffness. Pain is usually managed with medications.

Physical therapy will help you regain the motion and strength of your knee. Therapy lasts between three and six months.

When you can return to work will depend on your occupation, but can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months. A full return to activities and sports generally takes from six months to one year.

http://www.umm.edu/orthopaedic/meniscus.htm#11

Good, so Roy could be back in time for the finals!

 

[tlongII]

I hope Brandon tries this. I think it's his only chance at prolonging his career.

 

[B-Roy]

I hope Brandon tries this. I think it's his only chance at prolonging his career.

Spoken like a true person who knows nothing about the procedure or Roy's knees.

I don't claim to know what's going on with Roy either, but I'd be glad to find out where you came up with that conclusion.

 

[SlyPokerDog]

Spoken like a true person who knows nothing about the procedure or Roy's knees.

I don't claim to know what's going on with Roy either, but I'd be glad to find out where you came up with that conclusion.

Like me, he wishes to see Roy play like he has in years past.

 

[MARIS61]

Brandon "Frankenlegs" Roy.

 

[julius]

http://www.umm.edu/orthopaedic/meniscus.htm#11

I would guess that they wouldn't do both knees at the same time, so that is where it becomes 15-18 months.

 

[maxiep]

Frankly, if you're going to try something like this, it's the best time to do so. There's going to be a lockout, and it's likely going to be a long one. We may even lose the entire season.

 

[BlazerCaravan]

Honestly I can't remember where the heck I got that from.

One of the meniscus FAQs in the meniscus thread (the one named for the surgery... allograft?) anyway... it said that it could take 11 months before any activity -- athletic movements such as jumping, starting and stopping, lateral motion, etc. -- are even possible without risking the meniscus coming loose from the bone. If the meniscus does come loose, the surgery has to be repeated with a new pad.

 

[Sug]

Who knows maybe with these he could play till 50!

They should do the bad knee now, and then do the better knee in June. Maybe he could be back for the playoffs 2012 when the world is about to end.

 

[maxiep]

IMO, the sooner the better for this procedure, if it's going to be tried. Although bone is considered hard, in reality it's plastic in nature--it will change shape to fit the new reality of the loss of cartilage. My knee with no meniscus is shaped much different than my other one. If I were to ever get a procedure like this one, they first would have to shave and reshape my bones.

 

[RoyToy]

Get both surgeries done and then sneak him some PEDs.

 

[SlyPokerDog]

IMO, the sooner the better for this procedure, if it's going to be tried. Although bone is considered hard, in reality it's plastic in nature--it will change shape to fit the new reality of the loss of cartilage. My knee with no meniscus is shaped much different than my other one. If I were to ever get a procedure like this one, they first would have to shave and reshape my bones.

You should talk to Wookiee, I think he shaves his bone all the time.

 

[julius]

You should talk to Wookiee, I think he shaves his bone all the time.

you're spelling "strokes" wrong.

 

[tlongII]

Spoken like a true person who knows nothing about the procedure or Roy's knees.

I don't claim to know what's going on with Roy either, but I'd be glad to find out where you came up with that conclusion.

Oh I don't know... I guess from just watching games and reading the paper.

 

[BrianFromWA]

"I like how you refer to the (Oregonian) as 'the Paper'. A paper has facts."