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Celtics blow fourth-quarter lead in Rajon Rondo's return, fall 107-104 to the Lakers
|01.17.14 at 10:01 pm ET
The return of Rajon Rondo was not enough as the Lakers came back from eight down with just over three minutes left in the fourth quarter to shock the Celtics, 107-104.
In limited minutes, Rondo tallied eight points, four assists and two steals. However, he missed a potential game-tying shot at the buzzer to put a sour taste in the mouth of a TD Garden crowd that had waited anxiously to see the return of their revered point guard.
Pau Gasol led the Lakers (15-25) with 24 points and Kendall Marshall added 19 points, including a 3-pointer with just over one minute to put the Lakers ahead for good.
In defeat, Boston's bench showed up in a big way against Los Angeles. Kelly Olynyk (25 points), Gerald Wallace (14 points) and Brandon Bass (10 points) all came off the bench with double-digit performances for the Celtics (14-27).
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Celtics guard Rajon Rondo starting against Lakers
|01.17.14 at 7:25 pm ET
Rajon Rondo got the start at point guard in his much-anticipated return to the court on Friday night against the Lakers.
Celtics (14-26) coach Brad Stevens confirmed Rondo's return to reporters before the 7:30 tip-off at the Garden.
Rondo has been sidelined since Jan. 25, 2013 with a torn ACL he suffered in a regular season game versus the Hawks.
Undrafted rookie Phil Pressey started his first career game at point guard in the Celtics' 88-83 win on Wednesday night that snapped a nine-game losing streak. Pressey briefly took over for the starting duties for the traded Jordan Crawford.
Rondo averaged 13.7 points, 11.1 assists and 5.6 rebounds per game in 38 games last season.
Danny Ainge confirms Rajon Rondo's return set for Friday
|01.16.14 at 11:21 am ET
Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge confirmed Thursday morning that Rajon Rondo is on schedule to make his first appearance of the season Friday night when the C's host the Lakers.
"Unless there are any setbacks [Thursday], we're anticipating him playing [Friday]," Ainge said in an interview with Boston radio station WBZ-FM, noting that the guard will be restricted to five minutes per quarter.
Rondo was placed on the active roster and in uniform for Wednesday's win over the Raptors, but he did not enter the game.
Rondo has been out since tearing his ACL last January and having surgery.
Phil Pressey makes first career start, leads Celtics to victory
|01.16.14 at 12:24 am ET
A few minutes into the third quarter, Phil Pressey jetted around a pick-and-roll, confidently rose for an 18-foot jump shot and connected. But before he could celebrate a whistle sounded: A Boston foul nullified Pressey's first points as a Celtic starter.
"I felt like that really was going to get me goin. When I finally hit one, it felt good," Pressey said with a smile after Wednesday night's game.
Pressey never scored those elusive first two points, but with Boston's 10-game losing streak snapped in the team's 88-83 win over the Raptors, he can now boast about his 1-0 record as a starting point guard in the NBA.
The undrafted rookie free agent's 0-for-5 shooting line and zero points were not indicative of the impact he made on the game. Pressey dished out a career-high 10 assists and did not commit a single turnover in 26 minutes of play — also a career-high.
"I thought he was absolutely terrific," Celtics coach Brad Stevens said.
Pressey liked the 10 dimes, but not as much as the zero turnovers.
"I know if I take care of the ball, I know I'm giving my team an opportunity to get more shots up. That's what I pride myself on," Pressey said.
The Celtics' thinness at the guard position necessitated Pressey's insertion into the lineup. (Starting point guard Jordan Crawford and reserve guard MarShon Brooks were dealt to the Warriors, Rajon Rondo is still out, and Keith Bogans indefinitely left the team for personal reasons).
Pressey said he was alerted of his promotion in shootaround. Yet the suddenness of the promotion was not alarming.
"The guys embraced me from the start, like I've been there from day one, so it was very easy for me to step in and help my team out," Pressey said.
Pressey started off slowly, but he helped spark a 6-0 run to end the half that put Boston ahead 45-41. With under one minute left, Pressey and Jared Sullinger executed a pick-and-roll that culminated with Sullinger canning a long running jumper. Pressey then pick-pocketed Toronto point guard Kyle Lowry and set off in transition where he found a trailing Avery Bradley with a smooth behind-the-back pass for an easy layup. Then Pressey collected a Raptors miss and alertly sent an outlet pass to Bradley, who had leaked ahead of the field. Bradley was fouled and made both free throws.
Pressey helped extend Boston's lead to 17 with three assists in the third quarter.
"I thought when things got tough, he got tough," Stevens said.
And things got tough in the fourth quarter. The Celtics blew their massive lead, and suddenly found themselves nursing a three-point advantage in the waning moments. But Pressey helped weather the storm and Boston eked out the win.
"To his credit, I thought he pulled guys in and together instead of when something doesn't go our way we're not together," Stevens said.
There's speculation that Rondo will return on Friday against the Lakers. But Boston hopes to ease Rondo back into action, and Pressey's strong outing suggests that he'll continue to see big minutes until Rondo's healthy.
Brad Stevens, Celtics still uncertain about Rajon Rondo's status against Lakers
|01.15.14 at 11:17 pm ET
While Brad Stevens and his Celtics players, depleted backcourt and all, could simply be maintaining the mystery, they sure seemed sincere denying any knowledge about the All-Star point guard's plans for Friday.
"He hasn't told anybody," said Avery Bradley. "We honestly don't know."
Rondo dressed and participated in the layup lines for Wednesday's streak-busting win against the Raptors, but was never a consideration despite this week's departures of Keith Bogans, Jordan Crawford and MarShon Brooks.
"Well, we were up three with no timeouts trying to get the ball inbounds and one of the best passers in the world was sitting right next to me, so no," said Stevens. "He would not have been [available]. I told [assistant coach] Jay Larranaga he was next, and [assistant] Walter [McCarty] was right after him, depending on what we needed."
The coach said he still hasn't been told whether or not Rondo will be available to play against the Lakers. If so, "he's only going to play 18-20 minutes." Members of the organization contend the decision is entirely up to the point guard. He's been practicing for weeks, has been cleared to play and faces no known hurdles in his rehab.
Yet, Bradley & Co. maintain: "I'm not sure if he is going to play. I'm not sure when he's going to play."
Streak snapped: Celtics end nine-game slide with win over Raptors
|01.15.14 at 10:04 pm ET
With former starting point guard Jordan Crawford in a different uniform, backup guards MarShon Brooks (traded) and Keith Bogans (indefinite absence) out, and the Celtics trying to snap a prolonged losing streak against a solid Raptors (19-18) team, one would be excused for counting out Boston before tip-off.
However, Boston (14-26) avoided the predictable outcome, and finally snapped its nine-game losing streak with a 88-83 win over Toronto at the Garden. The loss marked the 11th straight in Boston for the Raptors.
Jared Sullinger continued a recent run of solid play with a monster game: 25 points, 20 rebounds. Avery Bradley, an emerging star for the Celtics, tallied 20 points. (He's now led Boston in scoring four of the last five games.). Jeff Green scored 13 points, while Kris Humphries added 12.
DeMar DeRozan sparked Toronto with a team-best 23 points. Kyle Lowry (18 points, 12 assists) and John Salmons (13 points) also chipped in.
Sully: Sullinger completely dominated the Raptors' frontline of Amir Johnson and Jonas Valanciunas. His 25-point, 20-rebound performance marked Sullinger's fourth straight game with at least 10 rebounds, and third double-double in four games. Seven of his rebounds were of the offensive variety. Four-and-a-half minutes into third quarter Sullinger already had 15 rebounds. He brought the crowd to a tizzy at the end of the third quarter when he received a full court pass from Gerald Wallace and drained a fadeaway jumper to put Boston up 17 seconds. The Celtics had just over two seconds remaining to convert the play
Pressey starts: With Crawford and Brooks traded, the starting point guard onus fell to Phil Pressey. The undrafted rookie handled the promotion well with 10 assists and three rebounds, although he failed to score. Most importantly Pressey did not commit any turnovers. Pressey's best stretch came in the final minute of the first half. It began with a pick-and-roll between Sullinger and Pressey that resulted in a Sullinger floater with 58 seconds left. Then, with Boston on the fast break, Pressey nonchalantly flipped a pass behind his back to a trailing Bradley for an easy layup. On the next defensive possession, Pressey plucked a Toronto miss out of the air, and immediately turned and found Bradley streaking to the hoop. Bradley was fouled on the play and made both free throws. Crawford and Brooks' departure bodes well for Pressey, who will likely remain to see big minutes with a recovering Rajon Rondo the only true point guard currently on the roster.
Avery's first-half run: Nearly half way through second quarter, Boston had absolutely nothing going on offense. After a DeRozan jumper at the 7:28 mark, the Celtics were trailing by five points, in large part due to a 1-for-7 second quarter shooting effort, and an over all shooting percentage of 28.8. But on the corresponding possession, Bradley cooly splashed a 23-foot jumper. This started a Bradley scoring outburst over the final seven minutes of the half to push Boston into a 45-41 lead. Bradley scored 14 of his 16 first-half points during this stretch, knocking down a number of mid-range jump shots and finishing a couple uncontested layups.
Fourth quarter flop: At the end of three quarters, not only was it looking like Boston would win, it appeared that the Celtics would be able to coast to victory. The Celtics led by 17 points at the end of the third, but Toronto mounted a massive fourth quarter to give Boston a scare. At one point, the Raptors were down by only three points. But the Celtics came up with a couple of vital defensive stops to ice the game.
D on DeRozan: The electric shooting guard seemed to be the only Raptor prepared to play. He scored a team-high 23 points and added eight rebounds and three assists. DeRozan, Toronto's leading scorer at 21.3 points per game, made tough shot after tough shot, all while being blanketed by Boston's top defender, Bradley.
Danny Ainge: The Wolf of Causeway Street
|01.15.14 at 4:12 pm ET
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A new group of entertainment professionals in Motion Pictures, Television, Live Theatre, Radio and Recording have been selected to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, it was announced today by the Walk of Fame Selection Committee of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. These individuals were chosen from among hundreds of nominations to the committee at a meeting held on June 16, 2014 and ratified by the Hollywood Chamber's Board of Directors.
"The Walk of Fame Selection Committee is excited to announce the Class of 2015 Star Honorees to the Hollywood Walk of Fame. We know that the new selections represent the best of the entertainment industry, and will be a great addition to the Walk of Fame for both the Hollywood community and fans from around the world who visit Hollywood every year," stated Maureen Schultz, Chair of the Walk of Fame selection committee for 2014-2015. "We look forward to welcoming all our new honorees to one of the most popular tourist attractions in California."
Walk of Fame Chair Schultz along with Hollywood Chamber President & CEO Leron Gubler announced the new selections to the world on Thursday, June 19, 2014 on the official website www.walkoffame.com.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame recipients for the year 2015 are:
Raymond Chandler (posthumous), Eugenio Derbez, Will Ferrell, Jennifer Garner, Peter Jackson, Bob Kane (posthumous), Daniel Radcliffe, Paul Rudd, Snoopy, Melissa McCarthy and Christoph Waltz
James L. Brooks, Ken Ehrlich, Bobby Flay, Seth MacFarlane, Julianna Margulies, Chris O'Donnell, Jim Parsons, Amy Poehler, Kelly Ripa and Sofia Vergara.
Lukasz 'Dr. Luke' Gottwald, Kool & The Gang, Pitbull, Al Schmitt and Pharrell Williams.
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Kristin Chenoweth, Dick Gregory and Ennio Morricone.
The Hollywood Chamber and the Walk of Fame Selection Committee congratulate all the new honorees. Dates have not been scheduled for these stars. Recipients have five years to schedule star ceremonies from date of selection before they expire. Upcoming star ceremonies are usually announced ten days prior to dedication on official website www.walkoffame.com and via social media.
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A device for inserting a flexible intraocular lens into an eye comprising a tubular member and a plunger. The tubular member includes a staging area, a lumen and an open distal end. The staging area supports the lens in an unstressed state prior to engagement by the plunger. In the unstressed state, the optic of the lens is suspended in a pocket to avoid any substantial contact with interior portions of the tubular member. The plunger includes a slot in its distal tip for receiving and gripping the lens. With this construction, the lens can be inserted into the eye in one continuous motion. Further, the plunger holds the lens when the lens is moved out of the tubular member.
1. A device for inserting a flexible intraocular lens having an optic portion and a haptic portion into an eye, said device comprising:
a tubular member including a passage for receiving a lens, said passage having an open distal end for inserting the lens into an eye and a staging area for supporting the lens in a substantially unstressed state, said staging area including proximal and distal supporting surfaces for supporting the haptic portion of the lens so that the optic portion of the lens is suspended to substantially avoid contact of the optic portion with interior portions of said tubular member in said substantially unstressed state; and
a plunger being movably received within said passage of said tubular member for moving the lens through said open distal end of said tubular member and into the eye.
2. A device in accordance with claim 1 in which said supporting surfaces include at least one distal support which is spaced from sidewalls of said passage to define gaps therebetween, wherein said distal support directs a central portion of the lens in one generally radial direction and said gaps receive side portions of the lens in an opposite generally radial direction as said lens is advanced by said plunger to direct folding of said lens in a predetermined direction.
3. A device in accordance with claim 1 in which said passage of said tubular member tapers as it extends from said staging area to said distal end.
4. A device in accordance with claim 1 in which said tubular member includes a cover which can be opened to expose the lens for inspection.
5. A device in accordance with claim 4 in which said tubular member further includes a separate cannula element which is received over said cover to hold said cover in a closed position.
6. A device in accordance with claim 1 in which said plunger includes a distal tip provided with means for holding the lens outside of said passage.
7. A device in accordance with claim 6 which further includes a spring element for retracting said distal tip of said plunger into said passage of said tubular member.
This is a continuation of application Ser. No. 08/286,557, filed on Aug. 5, 1994 abandoned.
The present invention pertains to a device for inserting a flexible intraocular lens (IOL) into the eye of a patient.
The natural crystalline lens of the eye plays a primary role in focusing light onto the retina for proper vision. However, the lens can become damaged due to injury or become cloudy because of the aging process or disease and form a cataract. To restore vision to the eye, the natural lens must be surgically removed and an artificial lens implanted as a replacement.
Many surgical procedures have been developed for removing the natural lens. As an example, phacoemulsification is one such process which has gained wide popularity. According to this procedure, a slender implement is inserted through an incision made in the eye and into the natural lens. The implement produces ultrasonic vibrations and emulsifies the lens. The emulsified portions of the lens are then aspirated out of the eye through a passage provided in the implement. As opposed to other procedures, this lens extraction method requires the surgeon to make only a narrow incision in the eye. In general, the use of a small incision can lessen the trauma and complications experienced during the surgery and postoperatively.
A flexible IOL comprises a central optic portion which focuses light on the retina and at least one outwardly extending haptic. Haptics can have a variety of different configurations, but most commonly are either a plate-like extension of the optic or loop shaped. In any event, the haptics extend outwardly to position the optic of the lens in alignment with the pupil. Flexible IOLs are particularly suited for insertion in the eye following a phacoemulsification lens extraction procedure. Whereas placement of a hard, non-foldable IOL would require widening of the small phacoemulsification incision, a flexible IOL can be compressed or folded for passage through the narrow incision in the eye. Once the lens is passed through the incision and released into the eye, it will expand to its original shape and size.
A number of different devices have been developed to implant a flexible IOL into an eye. See, for example, U.S. Pat. Nos. 4,573,998 to Mazzocco, 4,681,102 to Bartell, 4,919,130 to Stoy et al., and 5,275,604 to Rheinish et al. In general, these devices function to pass a compressed lens through the narrow incision made in the eye. These devices, however, require undue manipulation of the lens, include a multiplicity of parts, and/or fail to provide ample control of the lens as it enters the eye.
The present invention is a device which enables flexible IOLs to be easily folded, compressed and inserted through an incision in the eye. In general, the insertion device comprises a tubular member for receiving the lens and a plunger for pushing the lens through the tubular member and into the eye. As the lens is pushed through the passage it is compressed into a smaller configuration. The construction of the present invention ensures an easy, sure and consistent compression of the lens.
According to one aspect of the invention, the tubular member includes a staging area for holding the lens in an unstressed condition. The lens is preferably held in a suspended position by its haptics so that the optic remains substantially free of contact with the interior of the tubular member. In this manner, the device can be used as the lens package, and the device can be shipped and stored with the lens already in place and ready for use. As a result, unnecessary manipulation of the lens is avoided. According to another aspect of the invention, the plunger is provided with walls which hold the lens to the plunger when the lens is pushed out of the tubular member. The distal tip of the plunger is preferably bifurcated to define a slot for partially receiving and gripping the lens. With this construction, the plunger is able to hold the lens when the lens exits the tubular member and expands into the eye. Holding the lens in this manner eases placement of the lens in the eye and alleviates the risks associated with uncontrolled expansion of a lens in the eye.
FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an insertion device in accordance with a preferred embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a side elevational view of the plunger of the insertion device.
FIG. 3 is a top plan view of the plunger.
FIG. 4 is a cross sectional view taken along line 4--4 in FIG. 3.
FIG. 5 is a partial top plan view of the tubular unit of the insertion device, including the staging area, with the cover removed and overturned, and the cannula omitted.
FIG. 6 is a cross sectional view taken along line 6--6 in FIG. 5 with the cover placed onto the shelf segment.
FIG. 7 is a cross sectional view taken along line 7--7 in FIG. 5 with the cover placed onto the shelf segment.
FIG. 8 is a cross sectional view taken along line 8--8 in FIG. 5 with the cover placed onto the shelf segment.
FIG. 9 is a cross sectional view taken along line 9--9 in FIG. 5 with the cover placed onto the shelf segment.
FIG. 10 is a cross sectional view taken along line 10--10 in FIG. 5 with the cover placed onto the shelf segment.
FIG. 11 is a cross sectional view taken along line 11--11 in FIG. 5 with the cover placed onto the shelf segment.
FIG. 12 is a cross sectional view taken along line 12--12 in FIG. 13.
FIG. 13 is a partial cross sectional view taken along line 13--13 in FIG. 1, with an IOL in the staging area.
FIG. 14 is an exploded view of FIG. 13.
FIG. 15 is a partial top plan view of the tubular unit of the insertion device with an IOL in the staging area and with the cover and cannula omitted.
FIG. 16 is side elevational view of the distal tip of the plunger.
FIG. 17 is a front view of the distal end of the plunger.
FIG. 18 is a top plan view of the distal end of the plunger.
FIGS. 19-23 are each a schematic, partial cross sectional views taken along line 19--19 in FIG. 1, illustrating the movement of the plunger during insertion of the IOL into an eye.
FIG. 24 is an enlarged top plan view of the distal tip of the plunger holding an IOL.
FIG. 25 is a front end view of the insertion device with the plunger extended to the distal end of the cannula.
FIG. 26 is a cross sectional view of an eye illustrating the insertion and placement of an IOL.
FIG. 27 is a perspective view of an alternative construction of the distal end of the cannula.
FIG. 28 is a perspective view of a second alternative construction of the distal end of the cannula.
FIG. 29 is a perspective view of a third alternative construction of the distal end of the cannula.
FIG. 30 is a side elevational view of a fourth alternative construction of the distal end of the cannula.
FIG. 31 is a front elevational view of the fourth alternative construction of the distal end of the cannula.
The present invention pertains to a device 10 (FIG. 1) for inserting a flexible IOL 12 into an eye 14 of a patient (FIG. 26). The device comprises an outer tubular unit 16 and an inner plunger 18. Tubular unit 16 is preferably formed by a base member 20, a cover 21 and a cannula 22 which are coupled together (FIGS. 1, 13 and 14). The components of device 10 may be composed of a plastic or metal material. In the preferred embodiment, the base member 20 and cover 21 are formed of polycarbonate or polypropylene. The plunger 18 and cannula 22 are preferably made of polypropylene. Nevertheless, a wide array of materials could be used.
Base member 20 is an elongate tubular member defining an inner passage 24 which is provided with a relatively large opening at proximal end 26 and an opening 27 of reduced size near, but spaced from, distal end 28 (FIGS. 1, 5, 13 and 14). A forwardly extending shelf segment 29 projects beyond opening 27 (FIGS. 5, 13 and 14). Base member 20 preferably has a generally oval cross sectional configuration, although other shapes could be used.
The inner passage 24 of base member 20 is adapted to movably receive therein plunger 18. A longitudinal groove 34 is preferentially positioned along one of the side walls 32 defining inner passage 24 (FIG. 13). Groove 34 cooperates with an extending flange 35 projecting laterally from plunger 18 to ensure that the plunger is properly oriented when fed into base member 20. Nevertheless, the groove construction could be replaced with a different structure for ensuring proper placement, Such as forming at least a portion of inner passage 24 and plunger 18 with a D-shaped configuration. Near distal end 28, base member 20 forms a narrowed neck 39. Neck 39 defines distal opening 27 through which a portion of the plunger is passed to engage lens 12. Converging guideways 41 are positioned along opposite interior sides of passage 24 leading up to neck 39 (FIGS. 5, 13 and 14). Guideways 41 function to ease the passage of the plunger through neck 39 and over the shelf segment 29 for engagement with lens 12.
Shelf segment 29 is formed as an extension of roughly one half of the tubular base member 20. Shelf segment 29 cooperates with cover 21 to define a staging area compartment 45 for holding lens 12 (FIGS. 5-11 and 13-14). Lens 12 preferably has a central optic and a pair of adjacent web or plate haptics 49a, 49b (FIGS. 14 and 24). Nevertheless, other lens constructions, such as a lens with loop liaptics, could also be used. The interior side of shelf segment 29 is formed in part by a pair of ledges 51a, 51b adjacent neck 39, a pair of recessed central flats 52a, 52b, and a pair of ramps 53a, 53b spaced forwardly of flats 52a, 52b (FIGS. 5-11 and 13-14). Ledges 51a, 51b and ramps 53a, 53b are each formed with top surfaces 54a, 54b, 55a, 55b to engage and support the haptics 49a, 49b of lens 12 in an initial unstressed position. Ramps 53a, 53b further include sloped surfaces 59a, 59b inclined to flats 52a, 52b. Flats 52a, 52b are recessed relative to top surfaces 54a, 54b, 55a, 55b to define a pocket 60 into which is received optic 48.
Cover 21 lies against shelf segment 29 to form staging area compartment 45 and enclose lens 12 in its initial unstressed position (FIG. 13). Cover 21 includes on its interior side recessed sections 61a, 61bthe central portions of which lie opposed to the proximal half of flats 52a, 52b. A pair of adjacent plateau segments 63a, 63b lie opposed to ledges 51a, 51b to define a gap 65 adapted to matingly receive and hold the proximal haptic 49a. Haptic 49a is loosely received in gap 65 so that it can be easily pushed out of staging area 45 during the insertion process. Ledges 51a, 51bplateau segments 63a, 63b, and ramps 53a, 53b collectively support lens 12 by haptics 49a, 49b. In this initial position, optic 48 is held in suspension in pocket 60 so that the optic avoids contact with the interior walls of the staging area compartment 45.
The lens 12 can be installed in compartment 45 at a manufacturing plant and shipped to the user in device 10 with or without cannula 22 assembled in place. In this manner, device 10 can conveniently serve also as a lens package. Since lens 12 is supported in a generally suspended and unstressed state, the lens can be stored for a substantial length of time, perhaps as long as 10 years. Although the cover could be fixed to base member 20, it is designed for removal to enable inspection of the lens prior to its implantation in the eye. In one embodiment, cover 21 is completely separable from base member 20. However, in the preferred construction, the cover is hinged or otherwise connected to shelf segment 29 or neck 39.
Cover 21 includes projections 67a, 67b which mate with depressions 68a, 68b formed in shelf segment 29. In addition, shelf segment 29 includes proximal outer walls 70a, 70b and distal outer walls 72a, 72b. Proximal walls 70a, 70b abut the outer portions of recessed sections 61a, 61b. Distal walls 72a, 72b likewise abut walls 73a, 73b of cover 21. Distal walls 72a, 72b are preferably recessed relative to proximal walls 70a, 70b to enhance the mating fit of cover 21. During shipping of the device, the cover may be held closed by cannula 22, tape and/or other means to avoid inadvertent release of the lens.
Troughs 75a, 75b are formed in shelf segment 29 by extending the inner side wall surface 78 of compartment 45 downwardly between the outer distal sides of flats 52a, 52b and distal walls 72a, 72b. are provided to receive the opposite sides of lens 12 as they are folded or curled along inner side wall surface 78. In the preferred embodiment, the troughs are deeper than flats 52a, 52b.
Cover 21 further includes a central, generally planar surface 88 inclined to extend away from shelf segment 29. A conically shaped portion 91 generally surrounding inclined surface 88 lies opposed to ramps 53a, 53b. These surfaces 88, 91 in cooperation with ramps 53a, 53b initiate the desired folding of the lens to its compressed state.
Cannula 22 is an elongate tubular member with an open proximal end 93 and an opposite open distal end 95 (FIGS. 1 and 12-14). Cannula 22 is preferably subdivided into three graduated sections 97-99. The proximal section 97 has a generally rectangular configuration and defines an inner cavity 101 sized to matingly receive the assembled shelf segment 29 and cover 21. Section 97 extends from distal end 28 to neck 39 of base member 20 and functions to hold cover 21 against shelf segment 29. An axial channel 102 is defined along one wall of cavity 101 to matingly receive ridge 103 extending up from cover 21. A hole 104 defined at the proximal end 93 of cannula 22 cooperates with a biased lock 106 on base member 20 to secure the cannula in place.
The medial section 98 of cannula 22 is significantly smaller than proximal section 97 so that a rim 110 is defined therebetween. Rim 110 acts as a shoulder in abutment with the aligned distal ends 28, 111 of base member 20 and cover 21. The inner wall of medial section 98 converges to define a funnel shaped passage 112. The funnel portion 112 preferably has an oval cross section, although other shapes could be used. This funnel section causes the lens to become substantially curled and compressed for entry into the eye.
The final, distal section 99 of cannula 22 is a long, narrow tube which defines an inner lumen 114. Distal section 99 is to be inserted through the narrow incision made in the eye. As with medial section 98, distal section 99 and lumen 114 preferably have an oval cross sectional shape. Of course, other shapes could be utilized if desired. To facilitate manufacturing and further compression of lens 12, lumen 114 is formed to taper slightly as it extends forward. Distal end 95 of cannula 22 is beveled to ease the insertion of the cannula into the incision and to assist in facilitating a gradual expansion of the lens as it exits from lumen 114.
The distal section of the cannula may be provided with a wide variety of cross section configurations. As examples only, the cannula may be shaped with a clover-type tip 22A, a collapsible bag type tip 22B, or a wave-type tip 22C (FIGS. 27-29). These configured tips enhance the strength of the tip and thus permit a narrower construction to be used. The cannula tip may also be formed with a collet-like construction 22D. In this embodiment, the tip includes four separable leaves 23 which are expanded as the lens is pushed into the eye. The leaves 23 are biased to naturally close after the lens is placed into the eye and the plunger retracted.
Plunger 18 is an elongate member which is adapted to move through the inner passage 115 defined by tubular unit 16 (FIGS. 1 and 13). The plunger comprises a main body 116 preferably shaped with a cross shaped cross section (FIGS. 2-3). As discussed above, one flange 35 of the body is received into groove 34 to ensure proper placement of the plunger. A flat thumb pad 119 is provided on the proximal end of body 116 for manual operation of the device. Other constructions, however, may be provided to effect advancement of plunger 18 through tubular unit 16. The forward end of body 116 includes a pair of spaced apart O-rings 120a, 120b. The O-rings provide a level of resistance to enable a more controlled manual operation of the plunger. The O-rings further help to prevent the plunger from inadvertent movement when the surgeon manipulates device 10 during the surgical procedure.
A slender rod 122 projects forwardly beyond the main body 116 of plunger 18. The rod is intended to pass through staging area 45, funnel 112 and lumen 114. In order to provide sufficient clearance for rod 122, shelf segment 29 defines a channel 124 and cover 21 includes a relief 125 (FIGS. 5-11 and 13-14). Relief 125 only extends partway across cover 21 because surface 88 diverges away from the interior side of shelf segment 29 and thus provides sufficient clearance for rod 122. While rod 122 could have a wide range of shapes, it preferably has a circular shape adapted to pass through the distal end 95 of cannula 22 (FIG. 25).
The distal tip 128 of rod 122 is preferably bifurcated to define a pair of prongs 131a, 131b separated by a slot 132 (FIGS. 2-3, 16-18, 24 and 25). The slot is shaped to receive and hold proximal haptic 49a and optic 48 of lens 12. The ends 135a, 135b of prongs 131a, 131b are chamfered to form a pair of walls 137a, 137b which collectively form a generally V-shaped configuration. Depending on the sturdiness of the proximal haptic, walls 137a, 137b may or may not engage the proximal end of the optic 48. One prong 131a is made narrower than the other prong 131b to allow space for the lens 12 to curl and compress during its passage through lumen 114 and into the patient's eye.
The distal tip of plunger 18 may alternatively be formed with other structural configurations which would hold the lens when the lens is pushed out of the cannula. For example, when implanting an IOL with loop shaped haptics, the plunger may be formed with a closed vertical slot (not shown) along the top of rod 122 in lieu of the open horizontal slot 132. In this arrangement, the lens would be positioned in staging area 45 with the haptics extending from points along the sides of the tubular unit. The haptic, which curls rearwardly would be inserted into the vertical slot when the lens is mounted in the staging area. To avoid inadvertent release of the haptic during shipping and storage, the plunger could be secured in a fixed position through the use of a latch, tape, or other securing means. In any event, the plunger would engage the optic portion of the lens with its distal tip, formed for example with only inclined surfaces like 137a, 137b. When the lens is initially extended beyond cannula 22, the noted haptic would remain entrapped in the slot which would not yet be exposed outside of cannula 22. When release of the lens is desired, the plunger can be pushed slightly farther to expose the vertical slot and free the trapped haptic. The plunger can then be retracted into the tubular unit 16 while the lens remains in the eye.
In one embodiment, a pair of resilient spring elements 140a, 140b extends laterally from rod 122 near the rod's proximal end (FIGS. 2-3). The spring elements function to press against guideways 41 when the free end 128 of rod 122 extends beyond cannula 22. This engagement with guideways 41 forces spring elements 140a, 140b to be pushed backward, and thereby create a biasing force to pull the plunger rearward into tubular unit 16. In the preferred construction, the spring elements (not shown) would extend forwardly, generally parallel with rod 122, from the front end of the main body. In this arrangement, the spring elements would be designed to curl inward upon engagement with guideways 141. Additionally, a coil spring (not shown) may be secured around the plunger/rod to provide the desired biasing force. Of course, other spring arrangements could also be used. The spring may also be omitted and the plunger retracted manually by the surgeon.
Once the lens has been inspected, the tubular unit can be assembled. A viscoelastic material, such as hyaluronic acid or hydroxypropyl methylcellulose is placed in the cannula 22, typically prior to attachment of the cannula 22 to the assembly, as a lubricant for the insertion process. Alternatively, other materials, such as balanced salt solution (BSS), could be also used. Once device 10 is assembled, the surgeon inserts the distal end of cannula 22 into the incision 142 in the eye 14. The surgeon then grasps lateral flanges 141 and pushes on pad 119 to move plunger 18 in a continuous forward motion. (FIG. 1). Due to this continuous movement of rod 122 through tubular unit 16, its distal end 128 engages lens 12 (FIG. 24). The proximal haptic 49a and possibly a portion of optic 48 are received into and held by slot 132, between walls 137a, 137b. The lens is then pushed forwardly by plunger 18 so that the distal side of optic 48 is shifted transversely toward cover 21 by sloped surfaces 59a, 59b of ramps 53a, 53b; that is, sloped surfaces 59a, 59b guide the central portion of optic 48 away from flats 52a, 52b (FIGS. 19 and 20). Inclined surface 88 and conical surface 91 provide ample clearance for this motion of the lens. As the center of the lens is shifted to move over ramps 53a, 53b, the sides of the lens are forced generally in the direction opposite to the ramps, by the inner wall surface 78 of cover 21. Specifically, the conical surface 91 in cover 21 causes lens 12 to curl downwardly and into troughs 75a, 75b. Continued advancement of lens 12 through the tapering passage of tubular unit 16 causes continued curling and compression of the lens.
The lens continues its forward motion until plunger 18 pushes lens 12 beyond cannula 22. In the preferred construction, plunger 18 is pushed manually forward in a controlled manner; although other means, such as a pneumatic drive may be used. The leading haptic 49b is fed into the distal cul-de-sac 152 of the capsular bag 154.
When lens 12 exits from cannula 22, it expands to its full unstressed state (FIGS. 22, 24 and 26). The lens, however, remains held in the slot 132 of plunger 18. In this way, the risk of the lens springing in an uncontrolled manner from the cannula and damaging the interior of the eye is alleviated. Holding the lens with the plunger also provides an increased control in placing the lens in the eye. To release the lens, the plunger is retracted into tubular unit 16 so that the lens is pushed from slot 132 by distal end 95 of cannula 22 (FIG. 23). The retraction of plunger 18 is preferably performed automatically by biased spring elements 140a, 140b when pressure is released from thumb pad 119. A further implement, or perhaps device 10 itself, will typically be required to properly position the proximal haptic 49a into capsular bag 154.
The above-discussion concerns the preferred embodiments of the present invention. Various other embodiments as well as many changes and alterations may be made without departing from the spirit and broader aspects of the invention as described in the claims. For example, although the preferred embodiments concern the insertion of a flexible IOL into the eye, the invention is not so limited. The teachings of the present invention are applicable to the insertion of flexible membranes generally, including synthetic membranes, biopolymer membranes, and natural body tissues.
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Review Roundup: Lea Michele, Megan Hilty Follow Yellow Brick Road in LEGENDS OF OZ: DOROTHY'S RETURN
LEGENDS OF OZ: DOROTHY'S RETURN opens in theaters nationwide today starring Broadway favorites Lea Michele (Dorothy), Bernadette Peters (Glinda), Megan Hilty (China Princess), Patrick Stewart (Tugg), Hugh Dancy (Marshal Mallow), Oliver Platt (Wiser) and Martin Short (the Jester). Also supplying their familiar voice talents are Jim Belushi (Lion), Dan Aykroyd (Scarecrow), and Kelsey Grammer (Tin Man).
The musical contains new original songs by legendary singer/songwriter Bryan Adams. LEGENDS OF OZ: DOROTHY'S RETURN is a 3D animated feature film based on the adventure books by Roger Stanton Baum, the great-grandson of L. Frank Baum, and is a continuation of the world's most popular and beloved fairy tales.
In the story, Dorothy awakens to a devastated post-tornado Kansas, but is soon whisked back to Oz and its new villain in this 3D-animated musical adventure. There she is joined by familiar faces including the Scarecrow, the Lion, and the Tin Man.
Let's see what the critics had to say:
Nicolas Rapold | New York Times
"That sense of imagination is largely absent from "Legends of Oz: Dorothy's Return," a second-rate animated adaptation of a spinoff... Still, the film's set-piece journey through China Country, ruled over by a tiny, haughty, porcelain princess (a delightful Megan Hilty), is a highlight." Read the full Review here.
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"Although it makes a conscious attempt to contemporize the venerable tale--mainly by amping up the characters and the volume--while still incorporating the classic touchstones that have made the original one of the most iconic movies of all time, the desired Oz-mosis never occurs." Read the full Review here.
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Hmm...let me see...a time waster, something I'd do probably at work. Maybe on my computer.....nope, can't think of one!
Next Reds manager, second shooter. --Confirmed on Redszone.
I've had a lot more time on my hands the last 9 months, so I've had more time to waste as well. Mostly have spent a lot of time on myspace apps such as Mobsters and Mafia Wars which I am still currently playing albeit not nearly as often. I am also currently enjoying a little Mahjong Titans now and then. For a while I had an affinity for Bejeweled 2 and Word Whomp. Also occassionally I'll get in a game of chess, spades, poker, euchre, hearts, freecell or solitaire.
"You can't let praise or criticism get to you. It's a weakness to get caught up in either one."
--Woody Hayes
This, which I first found through a link in an evil post on this board long ago and still has me in its grip.
I just scored 628 a minute ago.
The great thing about getting older is that you don't lose all the other ages you've been.
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For me it is fantasy sports that wastes my time. I spend way too much time reading about NBA benchwarmers and proposing trades to people in my leagues.
Fantasy baseball is getting ready to start. I can't wait!
This kept me entertained for a little while: Color Infection 2.
I like puzzle/strategy games that make me think. Samorost is awesome. My favorite time waster of all time though is this: Powder Game
If you like Samorost, Quest for The Rest is made by the same people and promotes the music of The Polyphonic Spree. It's pretty fun, but short.
"I thought I'd get your theories, mock them, then embrace my own. The usual." -- House
"You guys are still thinking like doctors when you should be thinking like plumbers. Come on, I wanna see some butt crack." -- House
The greatest internet game I have ever played is Heli Attack 2...
this website is usually my first stop anymore. It has a little of everything
"The Hall of Fame is there to keep alive the memory of people. You don't need to do that with people like Buck [O'Niel] and Joe [Nuxhall]. Nobody's forgetting those guys."
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I'm often found wasting time playing "Pseudobabble", an online multiplayer word game.
If you're interested, it's at:
"In baseball, you don't know nothin'"...Yogi Berra
That desktop defender game is killing me Nate... And it's all your fault!
In those things which we commit to practice we can master, and with mastery we have the freedom to use these skills whenever we desire, without this practice we are slaves to our inability.
desktop defender is solid but too easy. funnel everything through a gauntlet of weak stations and set up heavy artillery where it can fire on multiple lines you created.
This game is tricky
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Open Public Sleepovers
After everyone has gone home and the aquarium has closed its doors for the night, we invite you to join us for an exciting night of exploration. Discover the Portland Aquarium after hours and sleep beside one of our exhibits. The aquarium offers sleepovers for families, youth groups and adults. Dates below are for the public and are not exclusive to your party. At the below dates, other guests will be included in the sleepover. You may select your own preferred date – private groups may reserve the entire aquarium exclusively for their group.
All guests will receive:
- nocturnal animal tour including night-time shark viewing
- morning bird feeding
- Behind-the-Scenes Tour
- theater style movie (bring your treats and popcorn)
- sweet dreams followed by a continental tank-side breakfast
Schedule Your Public Sleep with the Sharks Experience
Schedule Your Boy Scout Sleep with the Sharks Experience
Boy Scouts can join us for their unique experience as a troop! Simply use the link below to find your date to book, or contact us by phone. All the features of Public Sleepovers listed above will be offered, except the party will include only those you invite!
Schedule Your Girl Scout Sleep with the Sharks Experience
Girl Scouts can join us for their unique experience as a troop! Simply use the link below to find your date to book, or contact us by phone. All the features of Public Sleepovers listed above will be offered, except the party will include only those you invite!
Schedule Your Private Sleep with the Sharks Experience
Individual sleepovers are $59.95 per person, $49.95 for Annual Pass Holders. Currently public sleepovers are reduced 25% off the non-member price for all aquarium-goers ($44.95/person).
Adult chaperons must accompany kids under 18.
Private Sleepovers
Private Sleepovers
Private Sleep with the Sharks ensures the aquarium will be yours alone for the night.
Currently discounted 25%, there is a $525 minimum for private sleepover events up to 11 people. Past 11 people, there is a $19 per person fee. Private groups for over 50 people, please contact us for special pricing and planning.
Using the Private Sleep with the Sharks button at the bottom of this page, you may select your own preferred date and no other guests will be allowed to attend; private groups will have the entire aquarium exclusively for their group for the night.
Groups that do not desire to pay the $525 minimum can stay on the nights listed below along with other registered guests, paying the per person price rather than the group price. Fees for this are $59.95 for non-annual pass holders or $49.95 for annual pass holders and you will stay with others on one of the Public Sleepover dates listed below. Currently private sleepovers are reduced 25% off the non-member price for all aquarium-goers ($44.95/person).
Preparing for Your Experience
Preparing for your experience
- Sleepovers start at 8:00 p.m. and end at 8:15 a.m. the next morning.
- Adult chaperons must accompany children under 18.
- After all guests arrive the doors will be locked from the outside (for emergencies the doors open up from the inside) for security.
- Any private or public Sleep with the Sharks booking needs to acquire written permission from Portland Aquarium in advance of your event to bring in alcohol.
What to Bring
- Sleeping bag and pillow. Air mattresses or cots are welcome and encouraged. Extra blanket if needed.
- Toothbrush, toothpaste and other toiletries as needed.
- Change of clothes and night clothes if desired.
Hurry, these memorable and exhilarating events fill up fast!
Note: Public sleepover events may be cancelled with two weeks notice if minimum enrollment is inadequate. In event of cancellation, full refunds will be given. Member sleepover prices are reserved for the member and his or her guests. This rate also applies to an entire group booked by a member. Minimum age for sleepover is 5 on public nights, unless written exception is given in advance from Portland Aquarium. There is no age limit for private sleep with the sharks events.
Sleep with the Shark Reviews
Here is what some of our fans are saying about Sleep with the Sharks!
What a fabulous way to wake up this morning!!! Amazing sleepover!!! We slept all night next to the rays and sharks! Wow, what a sight when you open your eyes!!!! Thank you Cinnamon and Jeremy!!! You were super host and hostess! What a great learning experience!!! Xoxoxo!!! Jeremy and Cinnamon, thank you both for a VERY memorable FUN FUN FUN experience!!! ….Elizabeth
Thank you to the awesome staff for such a wonderful birthday experience for my 12-year-old and her friends. Even though there were quite a few groups that night, everyone was able to sleep in their own areas and a great time was had by all. ….Rebecca B.
We had a really nice and enjoyable time. My girls talked about petting the rays all the way home, asking if we can get a "pet" ray. It was such an extraordinary experience that we are considering staying again. The atmosphere was relaxing and perfect. Being able to feel the different species by hand was a real treat. Thank you for providing a life-time of memories for my family. (My daughters wanted you to know that they loved being there and to thank you for letting them pet the rays.) ….Alycen O.
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5.0 - High priority. This is a position that is a glaring weakness and there is the likelihood that this team cannot compete next year without making a major addition here.
4.0 - Medium Priority. This is an area that is an obvious weakness, but the team isn't quite desperate to make a major move here possibly because they have some young potential. But this is an area that if the team cannot fix via free agency, will definitely use one of their picks in the first three or four rounds to supplement.
3.0 - Upgrade Potential. This is a position that isn't a weakness per se, but there is significant room for an upgrade. If the right player comes along they will certainly snag him, but if they don't fix this position with a major free agent addition or early round pick, then it's not the end of the world.
2.0 - Depth Need. An area where there is a need to add depth. Perhaps there is an aging veteran and they might want to start to look at grooming his heir apparent or replacement. Not likely to be a high priority and a position that more than likely will be address in the middle and late rounds rather than with a top pick.
1.0 - Future Need. This is an area that is not a priority, and doesn't initially appear as a need. But there is some room to develop some depth for perhaps two or more years down the line. This is usually an area that a team will look at in the late rounds if at all.
0.0 - Non-need. This is a position that is a strength of their team, they have a solid starter, capable depth, and/or a young player at the position that they like and want to develop. Very little possibility this area is addressed and would be the equivalent of a wasted draft pick.
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Quarterbacks - Manning's turnovers were problematic, but a big chunk of them weren't his fault. Rosenfels is his top backup and entering the final year of his contract. It makes sense for them to use a late round pick on a developmental guy, but they haven't had much success with that in recent years, having missed on guys like Andre Woodson and Rhett Bomar. NEED: 1.0
Running Back - Bradshaw emerged as their lead rusher and had a solid year. His contract is up, and the team wants to re-sign him, but won't overpay him. Jacobs is still on the roster and has a few years left on his deal. He wants out, but offers very little trade value. They would love to replace him, but just won't give him away. Expect them to look at the draft to try and find another complement to Bradshaw in the middle rounds. NEED: 2.0
Fullback - Hedgecock is a solid lead blocker, but he missed most of the season. Bear Pascoe proved a serviceable backup. NEED: 1.0
Wide Receiver - Nicks and Manningham proved their top playmakers, but Smith is their chain mover. His contract is up, but they will likely make a strong push to bring him back. If they can get Smith back, then the only real issue is who will be the No. 4 guy. Someone like Devin Thomas or Ramses Barden would have the inside track. Guys like Hixon, Clayton, and Hagan are free agents and probably should walk. NEED: 1.0
Tight End - Boss is a decent complement and redzone target, but he's not a playmaker and the Giants might be looking for such a player. His contract is also up and while he should be back, they probably won't break the bank for him. Beckum made some decent contributions off the bench, but not to the point that they should be sold he's anything more than what he is today. They might use the draft to add a more dynamic option in the middle of the field. NEED: 1.5
Offensive Tackle - David Diehl missed 4 starts due to injury, but wasn't spectacular before his injury either. The team has envisioned him moving to left guard whenever they found a left tackle worthy of replacing him. Will Beatty flashed tools in his 2 starts to replace him, but wasn't consistent enough for the team to be super confident he can be left there. He probably needs another year of development before he can be trusted. On the other side, Kareem McKenzie had a solid year, but he'll be 31 this year and is entering the final season of his contract. There isn't a strong candidate currently on the roster besides Shawn Andrews. Andrews is due a roster bonus, and given that his back issues flaired up again this year, the team may be reluctant to pay it in order to keep him. So if that happens, expect adding a right tackle candidate to groom behind McKenzie for a year to be a priority. NEED: 2.5
Offensive Guard - The injury to O'Hara forced Seubert to move to center for a chunk of the year, thinning out their play here. Kevin Boothe was a pretty good injury fill-in, and is a free agent. They'll probably want to bring him back because of the depth he provides, especailly since Seubert has a knee injury that may cause him to miss the starter of the 2011 season. They might not be able to afford losing him and Andrews this off-season. Snee is solid on the other side. NEED: 1.5
Center - O'Hara missed a big chunk of the season, but Seubert was a solid fill-in for him. Their problem is that there is not a good strong, young candidate for the future. 2011 is the last year on O'Hara's deal, and he'll be 34 this season. Seubert is signed through 2012, but he'll be 32. Adam Koets gave little to suggest he's a good option. It would be smart for them to address the lack of an heir apparent in April. NEED: 2.0
Defensive Tackle - Cofield is a free agent and not that long ago didn't look like he was in their long-term plans. But he's a nice interior pass rusher that also plays the run fairly well, so he should be back. Canty hasn't been great, but had a nice year beside him. Rocky Bernard helps fill out the rotation, and the team likes Linval Joseph in the future. This is only a need if they lose Cofield. NEED: 1.0
Defensive End - The possibility of trading Umenyiora probably still exists because he wants a raise. But it's likely less than it seemed a year ago, unless some team comes and blows them away with an offer. Kiwanuka is a free agent and probably won't be back due to him coming off a neck injury. Jason Pierre-Paul seems poised to fill in. Justin Tuck is solid and Tollefson should be back at a modest price. The Giants won't ever shy away from a good edge rusher, but that only seems like a possibility this April if a really good player falls into the middle/late rounds. NEED: 1.0
Linebacker - Goff was good, albeit not great in the middle. But he played at a level good enough that they probably would be willing to give him another year as the starter to see how much growth he can make. Boley is entrenched on the outside, although he hasn't quite lived up to his price tag. Bulluck was a serviceable starter on the strongside for half the year, but probably won't be back. Sintim has contributed very little, and they probably will look in the draft to add an option on the outside to be the new starter. Blackburn provides capable depth behind both Goff and Boley, and losing him to free agency would open up a hole there. NEED: 3.0
Cornerback - Thomas and Webster are a solid pair, but had their issues throughout the year. Ross hasn't rebounded since a strong rookie year, and this is the last year of his contract. Expect the team to make a serious move to upgrade their depth by adding a guy that can push Ross in the nickel as well as be a potential starter in a year or two in case Thomas and Webster don't have bounce-back years. NEED: 3.0
Safety - I'm still not sure why the Giants thought Antrel Rolle would be an upgrade to their pass defense. He struggled in coverage throughout the year, and is not the ballhawk they paid him to be. Kenny Phillips is solid at strong safety. Deon Grant added value in their nickel packages, but he's a free agent, and even at age 32 probably could get a chance to start elsewhere. But they would be smart to bring him back for depth at the least. They should look to the draft to add a developmental free safety to groom behind Rolle, who might not be a Giant for that much longer if he doesn't improve in 2011. NEED: 2.0
Kicker - There is nothing special about Lawrence Tynes, but besides bringing a guy off the street to possibly push him in camp, there isn't much need here. NEED: 0.0
Punter - Dodge earned infamy with his botched punt that helped the Giants blow their game against the Eagles, but he had a nice rookie season and should get an opportunity to improve in 2011. NEED: 0.5
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The series finale of CBS' "How I Met Your Mother" that aired this week has divided fans. While some liked the ending, there were a great many others who hated the way the series wrapped up. But now an alternate ending has surfaced to appease those who hated the way the show ended. (Beware of spoilers after the break!)
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fimo classic champagner in paris?
i will be in paris some time next week and was wondering if anyone knows the adress of a store that sells fimo classic since i cant get it over here in austria...
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Hide this ad by registering as a memberAugust 21st, 2005 #2
dunno about ur question but i never heared anythin good about fimo and didnt like it myself. id suggest to switch to super sculpy wich is basicaly the same just a lot smoother.
u can order it from a shop in germany i ll check on more details tomorrow if u like.
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Do most of the artists on this board recomend sculpy?
I am in the US and I am just curious , is it difficult to find polymer clay where you are? ~L
August 23rd, 2005 #4
www.kaupo.de in germany stocks Super Sculpey and anything you might need for moulding and casting as well as they stock all Smooth-On products.
The combination of prices and shipping costs (at least to Sweden) made them the best I managed to find inside EU.
They do however not take payment by creditcards so I recommend that you check with your bank so that there are no unexpected transfer costs from your country to Germany (there was none from Sweden).
If you check out the pricelist then don't forget to add 16% German VAT.
The site is in German only but if you just manage to find the contact form they will replay in English if you ask them to.
If anyone knows about anyone with better prices then please IM me (when comparing prices add VAT first as VAT may differ between countries).
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August 24th, 2005 #5
This is a good place to get sculpey, and Im sure they will mail overseas.
I would say that sculpey is great for detail and ease of working, but its not easy to colour(it starts out pink) and wouldnt be strong enough to make jewlery from, like you could with Fimo.
The silver clay looks interesting, has anyone here used it?
August 24th, 2005 #6
I read the site and they mail to europe(sorry not USA). They stock all the sculpey range PLUS fimo! A one stop resource. Also check out http://www.tiranti.co.uk/
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While some (cough, Lil B, cough) may prefer to believe that it will last forever, history tells us that the currently red hot "Swag" will soon join its brothers "bling" and "fo sho" in the Words Everyone Used To...Read More
Big K.R.I.T. ft. Yelawolf - Happy Birthday Hip Hop
They say good things come to those who wait, and while I don't know who "they" are, and "they" are usually wrong, when it comes to Big K.R.I.T. time might just be on his side. We haven't heard much from Krizza...Read More
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For being in a position that countless others can merely dream of, heavyweight recording artists are surprisingly apt to feel sorry for themselves, using their position of power as a soapbox from which to vent about their...Read More
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Outlaw, the lead single off 50 Cent's yet-untitled fifth album, was heralded by an overwhelming majority of Booth readers as a fresh return to form for the NYC underground mainstay. But, sadly, critical acclaim ain't always...Read More
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It seems like just yesterday Asher Roth was the guy who really, really loved college. Since then he's embarked on an extended campaign to be taken more seriously as an emcee, but not too seriously. Asher still knows how to...Read More
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JOSEPHINE MAHAFFEY (1903-1986). Self Portrait - Painting Chickens. Collage, watercolor, ink. 15in. x 12in.. Signed lower...
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lots of plyometrics.
olympic weight lifting.
Drill technique explosively.
Sprint for fitness instead of jogging.
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Powerlifting (although squats can help)
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jogging ( it could be done with a programme to build athleticism, but it will not help you)
You are born with technique but you can develop athleticism. When I say born with technique I mean only some people have a brain whereas everyone can become athletic. Look at the Chinese typically they are considered an un-athletic race yet they have some of the best olympic weightlifters in the world (in my mind olympic weight lifting is the most athletic activity you can do). So athleticism can be taught.


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Kode9 re-ups a host of classic sets and mixes
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This track off the Hyperdub artist's remarkable 'Xorcism' EP is a powerful vision of bodily subservience, but carries a message of steadfast refusal to give up on spirit.
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Voodoo, the main sonic inspiration for our Song of the Week, The Spaceape's He Gave His Body Over To Science, is Haiti's dominant religion. A spiritually vibrant belief system whose overriding focus is not performing black magic (as some still believe), but the curing of sickness and disease, the vast majority of Voodoo rituals are used to summon spirits of family, or "Rada", who are generally peaceful. Drumming is synonymous with Haitian Voodoo music, and an essential component of the ceremonial process. The track below, titled Afranchi (which The Spaceape samples in He Gave His Body…), demonstrates the dense and cascading nature of much grouped Voodoo drumming. While thickly detailed, this rhythm still possesses a central dominant beat, one whose clarity mimics the human voice. On his sample of Afranchi, it is this clear and precise rhythm that The Spaceape, real name Stephen Samuel Gordon, uses as the focal point for his vocal delivery – as if his voice is melting into the beat itself.
Afranchi – Drummers of the Societe Absolument Guinin
Removed from context, such beat-heavy instrumentation positions us sound-wise in a classic spoken-word template of beat poetry, bongo drums and early Gil Scott-Heron. Although perhaps absent on an isolated listen, these rhythms are instilled with deep spiritual and sacred connotations. And while comparisons to Gil Scott-Heron might rightfully promote The Spaceape from being "that bloke who talks over some Kode9 beats" to the status of poet, it still sells short the production at work here. In a manner that mirrors Afranchi's multilayered drumming patterns, the vocal is cut-up and overdubbed, manipulated to vary in pitch and tone. Deep in the track's recesses, one such vocal snippet buzzes away menacingly, as if a more untoward Voodoo spirit is gently being summoned.
Whitey On The Moon – Gil Scott Heron
With skilled linguistic vigour, we flip into a hellish vision of corporeal experimentation; the imagery speaks more to the deviant science of Dr. Frankenstein than to any rational notions of medical procedure. But as the sampling, and summoning, of Voodooist music speaks to, this is a work driven most by a remarkably attuned sense of the spiritual, and the determination that it can inspire. "He gave his body over to science/He said from now on 'I'll be compliant'" goes the track's central refrain. But as those cyclical rhythms continue to fall, and we hear the understated determination in Gordon's voice as he spits out his words, it is clear that the message intended is one far from embracing compliancy. It is at this point that referring to the fact Gordon is currently in a three-year battle with a rare form of cancer shows just what a bold work this really is.
Gordon's previous work, mostly in collaboration with Kode9, has been focused around ideas rooted in science fiction – of "hostile aliens" and Ballardian invasions of future memories. While tinged with elements of the supernatural, He Gave His Body To Science most powerfully displays a man in the midst of crisis daring to tackle complex and vivid questions surrounding death and morality in a manner that's compelling and original. As is also apparent throughout the Xorcism EP, this is a striking evocation of spiritual resistance – of the power of not giving up hope even as cold, rational voices call for the acceptance of defeat.
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