Homebase: "I'm gutted."

After a thorough examination from a trusted physiotherapist, I'm gutted. He thinks that I've partially torn one of my cruciate ligaments in my right knee and will be asking my GP to refer me to an NHS consultant for further examination/tests. If this is proved correct, then that will be the snapping noise that the people on the sideline heard. I should imagine that if the consultant agrees with my physio, then I'll be put on the waiting list for a scan, and then for keyhole surgery if it's required (worst case).

In case you didn't know.............
(http://healthguide.howstuffworks.com/anterior-cruciate-ligament-acl-injury-dictionary.htm)

The knee is essentially a modified hinge joint located where the end of the femur (thigh bone) meets the top of the tibia (shin bone). There are four main ligaments connecting these two bones:
Medial collateral ligament(MCL) -- runs along the inner part of the knee and prevents the knee from bending inward.
Lateral collateral ligament (LCL) -- runs along the outer part of the knee and prevents the knee from bending outward.
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) -- lies in the middle of the knee. It prevents the tibia from sliding out in front of the femur, and provides rotational stability to the knee.
Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) -- works in concert with the ACL. It prevents the tibia from sliding backwards under the femur.

The ACL and PCL cross each other inside the knee forming an "X." This is why they are called the “cruciate” (cross-like) ligaments.
ACL injuries are often associated with other injuries. The "unhappy triad" is a classic example, in which the ACL is torn at the same time as the MCL and the medial meniscus (one of the shock-absorbing cartilages in the knee). This type of injury is most often seen in football players and skiers.

In cases of suspected ACL tear, an MRI may help to confirm the diagnosis, and to evaluate other injuries to the knee, such as to the other ligaments or cartilage.

ACL tears may be due to contact or non-contact injuries. A blow to the side of the knee, such as may occur during a football tackle, may result in an ACL tear.
Alternatively, coming to a quick stop, combined with a direction change while running, pivoting, landing from a jump, or overextending the knee joint, can cause injury to the ACL.
Basketball, football, soccer and skiing are common causes of ACL tears.

Early symptoms:
A "pop" sound at the time of injury
Severe pain
Knee swelling within 6 hours of injury

Oaks Athletic 2 Vs St Georges Corringham 2 (Away Win on Penalties)

I couldn't possibly comment on this yet, more details to follow.

I reckon that I'd have tucked a penalty away though!!!


Fixtures
(Looks like plenty of away-days for us, that means that Alex might arrive on time!)

Cup
SUN 09 DEC 2007 10:30
Busolona
Oaks Athletic
Belhus Park
League
SUN 16 DEC 2007 10:30
AFC Chadwell
Oaks Athletic
Chadwell Recreation Ground
League
SUN 23 DEC 2007 10:30
Kaktus
Oaks Athletic
Corringham Recreation Ground