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Since I was in Minneapolis at the Metrodome last weekend, I hadn't taken the time to check out the Florida/Florida Gulf Coast game that I had set to my DVR. I also tuned into Arkansas/Alabama this past Saturday, and still have to take a look at Kentucky finishing the weekend sweep of South Carolina from Sunday. Tonight, the final game of the FSU/Virginia series is on ESPNU (with Branden Kline on the mound for VA).
Jonathan Crawford
has taken really well to a starting role for the Gators. He had another strong performance yesterday, and has really taken well to the Sunday role with Karsten Whitson shut down for the time being. I had the opportunity to cover Crawford last summer when he pitched for the Madison Mallards of the Northwoods League, and the general consesus on Crawford was that he threw 4 very promising pitches, all of which moved, but none of which he knew where they would go. That immediately reminded me of Jamey Wright, who was frequently compared to Kevin Brown due to the amount of movement on his fastball, but unlike Brown he didn't command the pitch well enough for consistent success.
Here is the report on Crawford from last summer, when he was ranked No. 10 on
our top 75 NWL prospect list
One coach commented that he typically didn't like to consider a player with less-than-ideal productivity a legitimate prospect. Crawford struggled all summer for Madison, going 2-2, 5.21 ERA with 39 walks in 38 innings, but his upside was impossible to ignore. Throwing strikes is Crawford's biggest problem, but his projectable 6-foot-2, 175-pound stature and electric stuff suggest he has ace potential. Most of his control issues stem from mechanical problems and lapses in concentration, and he was pulled early in several outings. He will have difficulty gaining much-needed experience in 2012 as part of an incredibly-talented Florida pitching staff, and may struggle to work meaningful innings until he starts to pound the strike zone with greater regularity. His fastball sits at 88-93 mph and was as high as 96 on occasion this summer, with good late life, leading to the bulk of his 51 strikeouts. His curveball, slider and changeup also project as plus pitches.
The first thing that is evident is his size and overall athleticism as noted above. However, his command/control look to be significantly better. In particular he did a really nice job hitting the inside corners on both side of the plate with his fastball, and also back-doored a couple of curveballs into the zone. He threw almost all fastballs early, mixing in a 2-seamer later to go along with the curveball, slider and changeup that he also throws. His curveball is the pitch he snaps off to drop in the zone, while his slider got nastier the more he threw is, frequently using it to bury it in the dirt when ahead in the count to get batter fishing. The first hard-hit ball he gave up came in the sixth inning (a double), and then gave up another 2 batters later for the 2nd of the 2 runs he gave up. Should he stayed focused and keep the command he has been showing in recent weeks his stock could sky-rocket over the next 12+ months.
I'm not going to write too much on any of the other players in this game. I have seen a lot of Florida the last 3-5 years, and feel I have seen all I need to know about guys like
Mike Zunino
Nolan Fontana
Preston Tucker
. I know Kendall Rogers has gushed over Freshman
Taylor Gushue
, who should be a senior in high school, and I remember being impressed with his size and presence in the batter's box the first time I saw him in person last October in Jupiter. He provides great depth to the Gators lineup, playing 1B most of the time and filling in for Zunino about once a week behind the dish.
Across the infield was another freshman,
Josh Tobias
, who has filled in nicely at 3B with
Zach Powers
injury. Powers is going to have a hard time getting himself back in the lineup given the play of Tobias and Gushue. This is the third game this year that I have seen Tobias at 3B, and while he has had a few hiccups defensively, I really like his lateral quickness, release and arm strength at the position.
I've written before how impressive Florida's bullpen is. The whole team is impressive when it comes to talent, as I don't think I've ever seen a college team built like a pro team like they are. LHP
Daniel Gibson
and RHP
Austin Maddox
worked the final 4.1 innings of this game.
Gibson overall is a very similar prospect, both physically and in regards to his stuff, as Vanderbilt LHP
Kevin Ziomek
. Gibson throws from a low 3/4 delivery with a little bit of effort, although he may throw harder in shorter stints than he would as a starter (which I think he may be once
Hudson Randall
Brian Johnson
move on to begin their pro careers). He throws in the upper-80s to low-90s and lives in the lower half of the zone. He has a sharp curveball with a shorter, tight break and can also throw a more violent version of his breaking ball that acts more like a slider.
After making an immediate impression as a freshman positional prospect, Maddox is for real on the mound. He always has been, but for the second time this season threw the most devastating breaking ball I have seen so far this season. He is very thick throughout with a big and muscular frame, and pitching may be the better path for him long-term as his body is a little on the stiff side. His fastball is hard to catch up with, and he also throws a solid changeup that could give him the opportunity to start at the next level. He threw 6 pitches, all for strikes, to record the final 3 outs of this game. His last 2 pitches were sliders, the last of which froze the opposing batter to end the game.
As for the Arkansas/Alabama matchup, my focus was completely on RHP
Ryne Stanek
. Again, the hitters didn't do much in this game, and I was particularly anxious to see Stanek after Kendall Rogers took some
quality video of him
at the Houston College Classic.
As you can tell from the video, Stanek has a tall, skinny and very projectable frame with long legs and a high waist. In the game against Alabama, he was elevating his fastball, although he has the velocity to get away with it, and wasn't throwing his slider as consistently well as he has done in other games. He was throwing more of a sharp, short-breaking curveball, similar to Crawford's as detailed above, that he used well to drop in for strikes. His velo was reported in his usual 93-94 range, and he retired the first 6 hitters in order, including 2 via strikeout. He wasn't as sharp in the 3rd, struggling with control, and he gave up an RBI 2B to
Taylor Dugas
, the first extra-base hit he had allowed all season. He got back on track in the fourth, and was solid through the sixth before seeing his day come to a close.
Here are some more notes from the Florida State/Virginia series from over the weekend. I focused on three promising hitters in this series.
James Ramsey
is enjoying another big season for Florida State. The first thing that stands out is his visible, vocal leadership qualities. He's barking at everyone he can the entire game, and proudly wears the Captain 'C' on his chest. As good as his numbers are, I'm not sure how well his swing translates to the next level. His approach is similar to that of most Japanese hitters, flying open while swatting the ball with a swing path parallel to the ground. Plus, there is a little hitch in his swing that you just don't see from big league hitters. That said, he does have intriguing power for his size, and I've seen him hit the ball deep to left-centerfield a few times (he's a LH hitter). He hustles, shows good instincts defensively and on the basepaths and has good, not great speed.
Jayce Boyd
is also enjoying a big season hitting behind Ramsey. He has looked pretty much the same both physically and as a hitter since his freshman year. He has good size and athleticism, although there isn't much speed or quickness to his game. He played some third base early in his college career, but looks as though either first base or left field is his eventual destination. He'll never be known for his defense, as his run production at the plate is where he stands out. He has sloped shoulders with a very good and confident approach. He also has good bat speed with very strong wrists. He has a patient approach and takes a lot of pitches with the ability to foul others off until he gets something he likes. His approach is mostly to hit the ball hard to left field and up the middle. He hit a 2-run single in the game I watched, and ripped a fastball down the left field line for a double later in the game. The big question is his eventual position, as he doesn't loft the ball, at least not currently, to have the ideal power profile for first, but he does have a knack for driving in runs.
Derek Fisher
is starting as a freshman for Virginia after he opted not to sign with the Rangers last summer as their 6th-round pick. The times I have seen him before he has reminded me of a younger Jay Bruce, and that comp still works. Like Bruce, Fisher is starting to fill out, has offers a strong, mature and physical presence in the batter's box. Also like Bruce, Fisher is likely to slow down as he continues to get bigger, but has a mature approach and a swing path made for power. We could/should be talking about Fisher as a first-rounder 2 years from now.
Notes from Sunday's Kentucky/South Carolina game. As detailed in Kendall Rogers' recent work, the Wildcats sweep of the South Carolina certianly added significant legitimacy to their 21-0 start.
Christian Walker
has been the Gamecocks best hitter the past few years. He's a perfect college player that is unselfish that knows where and how to hit the ball to parts of the field to help move runners over, drive them in from 3rd with sac flies, groundouts to 2B, etc. He's a physically mature athlete, reminding me somewhat of a RH hitting version of Preston Tucker of the Gators. He squares the ball up consistently well with a line drive swing. He also works the count, but has more doubles power than home run power at this stage. He was the only player that hit the ball hard last June in Omaha, and there is power in his swing and body, as it may simply be a matter of him figuring out how to add loft and backspin to the ball off the bat.
Erik Payne
is South Carolina's leading hitter this year. He has sloped shoulders and compact strength, built similar to former LSU IF Aaron Hill. He too has a patient approach and will take big, aggressive hacks when he gets a pitch he likes. He exhibited good bat speed, and like Walker is a very good college hitter whose upside at the next level is in question.
TJ Costen
is one of several freshmen in the Gamecocks' lineup, and was rated as our No. 62 high school prospect in the class of 2011. He's an impressive looking athlete with a lean, tall frame with a lot of room for added strength. He showed very quick hands as a RH hitter, and did a nice job pulling his hands in to poke a ball down the RF line. His speed is his best tool presently, as he was very quick out of the batter's box down the first base line. He took some aggressive swings showing good bat speed, as I imagine Costen will be hitting much higher in the Gamecocks' lineup in the next 1-2 years.
I've been impressed with
Adam Matthews'
power/speed toolset in the past, and while he still gets down the first base line very quickly, he didn't show the same swing I've seen in the past. He used to employ more of a crouched stance with a wide base, but has straightened up. Everything he hit was on the ground in this game, which did lead to a pair of singles, but didn't hit the ball hard. He has bat swing and some patience, but also a propensity to swing and miss. He missed 30-40 games last year due to a hamstring injury, and his tightly chiseled frame reminds me of Bryce Brentz.
Tanner English
is another freshman in the Gamecocks' lineup, and is a short little bugger that somewhat reminds me of former FSU star OF Shane Robinson. English can absolutely fly, as he showed off his speed at our 2011 World Showcase. He uses his speed well by hitting the ball on the ground to leg out infield base hits. In this game he hit two high choppers to the left side of the infield in which the Wildcats' shortstop had no chance to throw out English.
The best hitter in this game was Kentucky's slugging catcher
Luke Maile
. He has very good size, with room to still add strength without losing mobility. He is a loose athlete with good flexibility, leading me to believe there's a really good chance he could stick behind the plate for a long time. He is very patient at the plate, and showed his power potential and bat speed early by golfing a low curveball over the left field fence. He did so on a 2-2 count, showing the confidence that he has in his swing in any count. He hit a screamer later in the game that was snared by South Carolina's 3B, and did a nice job laying back on another low breaking ball and driving it to shallow right-centerfield for a single. Maile was rated our No. 3 prospect in the PGCBL last summer for his offensive prowess, and hit 9 home runs a year ago as a sophomore, putting him among the SEC leaders in that category. Keep on eye on Maile this spring as he's a candidate to be in the conversation for the early rounds come June.
Sophomore LHP
Corey Littrell
took the start for the Wildcats, giving Kentucky a very solid weekend rotation. He has good size and athleticism and pitches like a prototypical crafty lefty. There is deception out of his hand and he shows good command of his fastball that usually peaks in the upper-80s with the ability to drop in his 12-6 slow curve for strikes. His swing-and-miss pitch is a slider that he buries in the dirt. He also threw 1-2 good changeups. Like most lefties with a similar profile, he has a very good pickoff move.
A few quick thoughts from last night's Florida/Samford matchup:
C.K. Irby
is an interesting player to follow. He's the team's second leading hitter, and came on to pitch the final inning, showing a 93-94 fastball and a wicked slider. He's definitely a short relief prospect with his max effort delivery, although he has started a handful of times. Command/control can be an issue, but he's a pretty intense competitor.
I covered OF
Philip Ervin
last summer in the Northwoods League, where he was named
our No. 22 prospect
and received support as one of the league's most athletic and dynamic players. He didn't do much in this game, going 0-4, but his athleticism is evident. He has a high waist and really long legs for a shorter player, and took good routes in CF.
If you haven't already noticed,
Austin Maddox
has been really impressive serving as Florida's closer. Not only does he have great stuff, but he has also showed very good command and the ability to play his fastball, slider and changeup off one another. He pitched a quick inning to secure a 5-3 victory.
Lex Rutledge
started the game for Samford. His stuff wasn't fooling the Gators hitters, and he doesn't (or at least didn't) have the command to establish the strike zone or find any kind of tempo. Kendall Rogers
tweeted about this
last night, but he's having a tough year.
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From Crime team 12, the former Greenbrier football star who is charged with sex crimes will be tried out of the public spotlight. Judge Duncan Wheale ruled today the case against Reggie Rice will move to juvenile court. Shadrick Harris' case is also going there.
Judge Wheale hinted this is what he would do at last week's hearing when both defendants pleaded not guilty to similar sex charges. Including Reggie Rice's count of rape.
The other minors involved have been in juvenile court all along. Rice appeared today, and Harris' attorney appeared on his behalf. The
decision made today will move all six cases under one judge.
"Superior court is now in session..."
This may be the last time Reggie and Shad hear those words.
"I believe it would be more efficient for these cases to be in juvenile court." said Judge Wheale.
This is Judge Duncan Wheale's ruling after reading a seventy-five page report from prosecutors and defense attorneys.
Shad Harris faces charges of aggravated child molestation and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Reggie faces similar charges, plus one count of rape.
"It appears from the file that all six children participated in sexual acts on the night in question." said the judge.
Prosecutor hank syms argues shad and reggie should stay in superior court because they're seventeen. Judge wheale says another boy's case is in juvenile court, so it's only fair all three of them are.
"One of the things that bothers me in this case is the 16-year-old who's now 17 is the instigator." the judge said.
But the three girls are too young, and judge Wheale wants all the cases under the same judge.
The supporters of Reggie Rice and Shad Harris came to superior court for the last time. And when the case is moved to juvenile, the only people involved directly in the case will be allowed in.
Not even supporter Melony Saldivar will be allowed into the courtroom.
I'm pleased with the judge's ruling." Melony said.
Shad's attorney says juvenile will keep their identities a secret: "I think it's the kind of misbehavior the juvenile courts were designed to deal with." Michael Garrett said.
Judge Wheale refused to give rice the maximum sentence of life in prison if convicted of rape. Without the possibility of that sentence, Rice is no longer legally bound to superior court.
"I'm not looking for mercy, I'm looking for justice. And i think that's where justice will be served." Judge Wheale said.
The case is now in the hands of juvenile court. That judge can transfer the case back to Judge Wheale if necessary.

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Advisor Webcast: Hyperion Planning: Migrating Business Rules to Calc Manager
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As you may be aware EPM 188.8.131.52 was the terminal release of Hyperion Business Rules (see Hyperion Business Rules Statement of Direction ( Doc ID 1448421.1).
This webcast aims to help you migrate from Business Rules to Calc Manager.
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I'm a 33 year old female. When I was 23 I started having pain in my knees. It felt like my kneecaps were just throbbing. Then I started having pain that would radiate down the outside of my leg towards my outer ankle. At the time I was not into exercise at all and never exercised. I had an arthritis panel done and my sed rate was fine but my CRP was extremely high. I saw an orthopaedic doctor who said I had patellofemoral pain. I did physical therapy and tried several different pain meds, Celebrex, Advil, Tylenol, etc. I lived with it for a while and then I had a lateral release on my left knee. It made the knee stop hurting but I still had pain going down the outside of my leg. My ortho doctor said it was a pinched nerve in my back. At that time I was pregnant so I dealt with it some more. Fast forward, 4 years ago I got tired of living in pain. I saw my family dr NUMEROUS times. I tried Neurontin, Vicodin and Ultracet. They all made me sick and fuzzy headed. I saw a neurologist, neurosurgeon, 2 more orthopaedic specialists, a rheumatologist and a sports medicine doctor.
The neurosurgeon ordered MRI's of my low back, my knee and my leg. They didn't show any problems at all with my back. They did show a small joint effusion under my knee and chronic shin splints. At that time I still never exercised so I'm not sure how I would have chronic shin splints. The sports med doctor said it probably was a pinched nerve and the MRI just wasn't showing it. He did a couple of epidural steroid injections and it did seem to help.
Here I am now: I've lost 80 pounds. I'm at a normal weight. My kneecaps hurt, my outer leg hurts. To begin with it was just the left leg but the last few weeks my right leg is also hurting. I'm hurting,I'm in tears from the pain and I don't know what to do next.
If it were a pinched nerve wouldn't it show on the MRI and would it make my other leg start hurting also?
I have a family history of Multiple Sclerosis but that has been ruled out. I haven't had any other surgeries on my back, leg or knees except for the lateral release on my left knee.
Where do I go from here?
The pain is and has always been from my knee down to the ankle/foot. I've never felt anything in my hip or thigh.
Things I have tried that do not seem to touch the pain at all: Tylenol, Tylenol Arthritis pain, Advil, Mobic, Aleve. Ultracet takes a bit of the edge off but not much. Neurontin and narcotic pain meds just make me sick.
The only other thing I can think of that maybe important is that I also have bone spurs in both feet with plantar fasciitis, that started about a year before the knee and leg pain.
I'm posting this here because I was thinking since all of you are runners that maybe you had advice or have dealt with this before.
thanks for any and all advice!
With the state of medicine today, I am not surprised when a lot of drugs and imaging studies have been thrown at a problem before all known causative factors are duly analyzed. In your case, I think you would have been better off if you had seen the physical therapist first. A study of your anatomical structure and body mechanics may have saved you a lot of suffering. Unfortunately, PT is often brought into play after surgery, with a specific prescription for treatment that could have been preventive as well as instructive. As it is, we do not know what led your doctors to resort to the knife, but I will hazard a guess..
Pain does not always correspond to anything visible on a scan, nor does it always have an inflammatory component. In the absence of these, there is almost always an anatomical or biomechanical explanation for it. When you were 23 and pregnant, with no history of repetitive leg motion from exercise, it is almost guaranteed there was a structural or functional explanation.
Of course, lack of exercise at the time implies "sedentary activity," or no activity. If you were inactive, and did not spend a lot of time standing, it is likely you spent a good deal of time sitting. A number of problems can result from time spent in chairs, even among the athletic population. Dysfunction in your core muscle group, particularly the hip flexors and intra-pelvic muscles, could have been the cause of pain in your knee and lower leg at the time, and would only have been made worse by deformation of the pelvis that occurs during pregnancy.
But let's look at the course of action being followed by your medical providers today. With meds and steroids, they have pursued inflammation. Anti-inflammatory meds won't affect neurological or myofascial problems when they are not due to inflammation. If there was no direct evidence of arthritis at the tender age of 23 (no surprise here), meds such as Celebrex and their weaker OTC counterparts would only have value for the placebo effect (often used in medicine). Didn't work, because the pain was real, and probably not caused by inflammation.
So why pursue it? CRP levels, of course. But it turns out that CRP, traditionally associated with inflammation, is notoriously high in the sedentary population. When blood sugar levels are not regularly modulated by exercise, they can become less stable. The apparent overlap was probably due to the effects of inactivity on metabolism and the heightened risk of systemic inflammation under such circumstances. In this case, a red herring, because systemic inflammation (eg: arterial) probably had little or nothing to do with your knee problem. Therefor, efforts to lower CRP with drugs had little or no effect on the pain. Manipulating the symptom of one problem does not necessarily address the cause of another.
Then there was an expensive search for something that would show up in an MRI. Nice to know there wasn't much wrong, after the surgery. Given that few visible problems were found with a direct relationship to lower leg pain, "release" is a term that bothers me. Surgeons who use it know the technique has been frequently overused. Surgical changes to your anatomy cannot always be successfully reversed, and in some cases may exacerbate the structural problems that are likely to be important in your case. Did it enhance the stability of your knee, or just buy time?
If there was an imbalance in the musculature controlling your kneecap, and resulting fluid buildup (effusion), I can see why they might attempt a "release," but a surgical release, even 10 years ago, is hard to justify today. It is well-known that an imbalance in tone among the muscles controlling the kneecap can result in knee pain and/or swelling under the kneecap. Moreover, swelling under the kneecap can trigger muscle weakness on the other side of the knee from where the release was performed, a viscious circle. If the medial muscles were weak in contraction force, the lateral muscles were tight by comparison, leading to patellar tracking problems and the unfortunate conclusion that a release was necessary.
Another approach is to strengthen the weaker muscle in order to equalize the tension on either side of the patella. This works in some cases, but there are circumstances under which this approach will not work. We already looked at swelling under the kneecap as one cause for muscle weakness, but if unequal tension was found and surgically treated, swelling could not logically be the original cause and the symptom. It's not a chicken or egg question. Barring a history of direct trauma, the unequal tension most likely came first. One explanation for how this could be is your inactivity, but there are plenty of couch potatoes without the severe knee problems you've had. Another explanation is muscle weakness caused by myofascial trigger points, in which case there would be a cascade of problems originating from unequal tension on your knee. Here's an example of someone living with this.
I believe there has been dysfunction in your core muscles from the lower back and hip down through the thighs, and possibly some structural peculiarities with your feet as well, that led to the slow decline of biomechanical health and a domino effect, expressed in the form of pain, in everything from the knees down. Now, why could that be the case? Any PT can tell you that balance and symmetry in form, function, activity, and inactivity, goes a long way toward ensuring a pain-free lifestyle. Sometimes imbalance and asymmetry are anatomical, as in a leg-length discrepancy (one leg longer than the other), and sometimes our activity is unbalanced, as in too much typing or too much sitting (such as I'm doing now), even too much exercise (perish the thought). Pain from stress on muscles and joints can originate above or below where it is felt, causing symptoms so severe, they distract us from the big picture of how we are built and how we move.
I'm a big fan of original causes, and lasting solutions. Sometimes these are simple, but sometimes they point to major lifestyle changes. Don't give up on the quick fix, but I wouldn't hold my breath waiting for it, either.
First of all, chairs are your enemy. If the weight-bearing portions of your anatomy do not show damage upon examination, you are cleared to be more active. Chairs, even the ones in cars, force you to fold your legs in such a way that important muscles become shorter and fail to function properly when you stand. This can lead to patterns of pain, such as Piriformis Syndrome. The Piriformis is found deep in the butt between sacrum and hip, but can cause pain to radiate down from as far up as the back, through the legs to the foot.
Another cause of this same problem can come from below. Certain types of bone structure in the foot can cause excess pronation of the foot, requiring, among other things, external (outward) rotation of the leg to the extent that it tires the Piriformis muscle. All that twisting can be just as hard on the knee as unbalanced quads, which may also serve as cause or symptom. So, just a small anatomical flaw, or an average chair, can begin a chain of events that eventually expresses as severe pain, even without exercise being involved. Sure, as runners we may encounter these problems sooner, because we rely heavily on physical balance, but most people move about in some way, and almost everybody sits for extended periods of time.
Shin splints, or something that feels like them, can indeed result from structural causes or muscular dysfunction. Ditto for Plantar Fasciitis and heel spurs. You've had so many symptoms that point to the general breakdown that occurs in response to issues of structure and function, that a course of therapy to address these probable causes is the only therapy you should have been subjected to. It does not mean that you would experience relief right away, but that any problem that takes 23 years to show may take some time to fix. Sometimes there is a quick fix, as with proper shoes, certain orthotics, etc., but most of the time there are major lifestyle changes required. Your patience is the difference between apparent failure and slow but steady progress. The pills, shots, and surgery have been tried. Now, for this physical problem, it's time to get physical.
First off, thanks for the detailed reply, it gives me a lot to think about:)
The release was only done as a temporary fix for the pain. I had been taking Ultracet at night, 2-3 nights a week to help me sleep. I was trying to get pregnant again and needed to get off the meds. It did help the pain but didn't reay do anything for knee stability.
One thing I forgot, I did end up in PT for a while because of problems with my illiotibial band. It got so painful that I couldn't stand to bear much weight on that side or even walk. That started after I started a new exercise regimen.
At that time I was told that one of my legs was an inch to inch and a half longer than the other. I was told that that could be an issue since I was having so many problems.
Also about a week before this pain started in my right leg my plantar fasciitis in my right foot flared up again which is interesting to me after reading your response. Do you think it is possible that all my issue are muscular even though pain medications don't relieve them?
I was also told by a chiropractor that my pelvis is also a bit out of line which I'm guessing could be due to the fact that my leg lengths are different?
The only reason I never fully pursued chiropractic care or PT is because my insurance has always had a $1K yearly cap on it. It doesn't take long to spend that much and I could never afford the overage or the travel expenses involved. I live 70 miles round trip from the nearest medical facilities.
Financially I'm in a good spot now so it maybe time to consider this route.
Wow.. 1, 1-1/2" is a major discrepancy, almost guaranteed to make you suffer. I worked with one lady with this large a difference, and she's been on a wild odyssey with dozens of doctors around the world pursuing the symptoms. I was able to help her, but major work needs to be done to eliminate ongoing causation. There has to be some correction of the stresses this causes before you can experience anything but temporary relief.
However, I would not stop there. Leg length is probably only one of the problems. Any evidence of bone structural abnormality in one place should prompt a search for others. Pelvic asymmetry is another possibility, though it may appear to be due to leg length. Once again, these things may not hurt in themselves, but will cause lasting problems with muscle function until they are corrected or compensated for. I included links with examples of this. Keep searching. I'll bet you will find more.
Muscles work overtime trying to compensate for skeletal asymmetry. Some pain meds can help to a certain extent, but pain from muscular overuse or spasm can be severe and ongoing, as well as misleading. The muscles themselves often do not appear to hurt, but pain is felt, or at least perceived, in the joints the muscles operate, among other places. Sometimes there is corresponding physical damage, and sometimes it is a mirage that shows nothing on scans. The term is "neuromuscular." I use trigger point therapy to address spasms, but all methods of pain control are temporary until the cause is eliminated.
One thing I failed to mention is that muscular tension, and resulting tissue build-up, can compress nerves as well. It does not always have to originate in the spine or between bones. Fine imaging can reveal this. The upper gluteal muscles can also compress portions of the sciatic nerve that are responsible for relaying sensation from the lower legs. Misleading symptoms can result. An issue could arise all along the nerve, but there are frequently seen "choke points" in our physiology that can help narrow things down. Scar tissue due to overuse or the strain of asymmetry can be eliminated, even without surgery.
One problem I see with insurance all the time is the limitation to immediate symptoms. I hope someday they can fix this flaw with the healthcare system. Medical professionals are almost being forced to turn symptoms into a cash cow, rather than solve with a macro approach.
In defense of insurers, I can say that not enough is known about the relationships between various components of the human body to guarantee the efficacy of myriads of therapies, some of which work for only a few. They can't just throw the money around willy-nilly either. Symptom control is easier to boil down to a science. We clearly have a long way to go.
I am glad you may be able to independently pursue a comprehensive solution. Too often, the story is no insurance, or little insurance and no money to spare. There are self-directed therapies that can help in any case, but it can take a lot of time and effort to stay on top of a condition like this. I was able to correct for a small leg-length discrepancy with a simple layer of tough padding in one shoe, with dramatic results. Not everyone is so lucky, but that does not mean there aren't things we can do in any case. Remember that for any change, it takes time for the muscles to adapt, and sometimes the problem will switch sides.
Good luck, and keep us posted. Most of the runners in this forum have been through bouts of chronic pain that can be traced to similar problems, so it may be your experience that helps them.
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· Mike's Song and Dave's Energy Guide teases in David Bowie
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Performers: Trey Anastasio, Page McConnell, Jon Fishman, Mike Gordon
Notes: Caravan contained several Manteca teases and an Entrance of the Gladiators tease. Bowie included a Mike's Song tease, heavy DEG teasing, and references to Marley. There was no second set, as someone pulled the fire alarm and prematurely ended the show.
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OAKLAND -- It's easier to catch a gnome than you think. Especially if you're in the right spot in Oakland these days.
Whimsical painted gnomes have been cropping up in neighborhoods near Lake Merritt. Yes, hundreds of little men in pointy hats and boots, painted on pieces of wood and then affixed to utility poles and buildings in the area are delighting residents and annoying PG&E. So much so, that the utility plans to remove the gnomes from its property -- and the mysterious artist who created them is stepping in to help relocate his work.
The hand-painted miniportraits, which began popping up last year, are often screwed to the base of utility poles, while others can be spotted outside the front doors of local businesses just off Merritt Boulevard. The tiny creatures painted on pieces of 6-inch blocks of wood wear red hats, white beards and brown boots. Some are accompanied by a mushroom.
More than 2,000 gnomes are hanging around the area -- many of them on PG&E utility poles, said Jason King, spokesman for the agency. The utility says it will remove the small pieces of art from its poles so others don't repeat the pattern with other objects that could jeopardize the integrity of the equipment.
But some residents aren't taking too kindly to PG&E's plans to evict the happy little fellows.
"They're quirky," said Trisha Mallicoat, 31, of Oakland, as she stared at a gnome screwed into a utility pole at Wesley and Wayne avenues. "A harmless creative outlet that makes Oakland funky."
Francis Heath, a local real estate broker, said they are mysterious, cute creatures that don't bother anyone.
"We received an outpouring of support from the community today to save the gnomes, and that's what we're going to do," King said Monday. "People really enjoy them. We just need to find a more appropriate spot. Power poles are 'gnome-man's land,' so we want to find a place where people can enjoy them in their current neighborhood. They'll remain in place until we work with city officials and community groups to find them new homes."
He said the artist, who wishes to remain anonymous, contacted PG&E on Monday.
"He told us he has a map of the installation points and said he'd help us with moving them once we have a plan for where they will be relocated," King said.
The artist told the agency he began putting up the art in January 2012 to brighten the neighborhood.
One person surmised they have an even more benevolent purpose.
"Maybe they are there to protect the gardens in the area. Or maybe to protect the people of Oakland," said 46-year-old Oakland resident Day Pollini.
Garden gnomes do have a proud history as protectors of property, notes author Marcus B. Mennes, who wrote "The Garden Gnome Book."
Lawn and garden ornaments date back to the Roman period, Mennes wrote, and most of the early ornaments were religious in nature or meant to be guardians of the property.
"I think that was probably the incentive of the person who put them up," Pollini said.
Anyone who wants to adopt a gnome or has a suggestion for where they could be moved can contact PG&E at Twitter.com/PGE4Me or at Facebook.com/pacificgasandelectric.
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An autistic North Port man reported as missing Monday has been found safe and unharmed, police said. Read more.
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To this day, Todd L. Pesta says, he doesn't know if he touched a female student's breasts as he tried to escort her to lunch in October 2008 at the Millet Learning Center in Bridgeport Township. Read more.
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This is an excerpt from EERE Network News, a weekly electronic newsletter.
November 02, 2011
Solar for St. Paul
Recently in St. Paul, Minnesota, I had the opportunity to see another example of how the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) is helping state and local governments across America meet their goals to save money, reduce pollution, and create new jobs and new business opportunities.
St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman, U.S. Congresswoman Betty McCollum, Xcel Energy Regional Vice President Laura McCarten, and I witnessed the unveiling of a new 82-kilowatt solar photovoltaic installation at the RiverCentre convention complex in the heart of downtown St. Paul. The RiverCentre Convention Complex received $1 million through the Solar America Communities program, which was funded through the Recovery Act.
While we were speaking, several construction workers were hard at work installing the final set of photovoltaic modules on the side of the multi-story parking lot. The completed project will have 348 American-made solar photovoltaic panels that will generate 100,000 kilowatt hours of energy annually —enough to power nine homes for a year. The project includes converting more than 1,000 traditional lights in the parking garage into new energy-efficient lamps, saving $50,000 per year simply by saving energy. See the Energy Blog post.


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About the Book
From New York Times bestselling author Bernard Cornwell, now available in paperback—a thrilling tale of danger and conquest at the Battle of Poitiers, 1356 is "a book in which Cornwell's gifts as scholar and storyteller come together spectacularly." (Washington Post)
Bernard Cornwell, the "master of martial fiction" (Booklist), brings Thomas of Hookton from the popular Grail Quest series into a new adventure in 1356, a thrilling stand-alone novel. On September 19, 1356, a heavily outnumbered English army faced off against the French in the historic Battle of Poitiers. In 1356, Cornwell resurrects this dramatic and bloody struggle—one that would turn out to be the most decisive and improbable victory of the Hundred Years' War, a clash where the underdog English not only the captured the strategic site of Poitiers, but the French King John II as well. In the vein of Cornwell's bestselling Agincourt, 1356 is an action-packed story of danger and conquest, rich with military strategy and remarkable characters—both villainous and heroic—transporting readers to the front lines of war while painting a vivid picture of courage, treachery, and combat.
"The most prolific and successful historical novelist in the world today" (Wall Street Journal) delivers another thrilling page-turner in this tale of peril and conquest at the Battle of Poitiers.
September 1356, France: The English army—led by the heir to the throne, the Black Prince—is set to invade, while the French, along with their Scottish allies, are ready to hunt their enemy down. But what if there was a weapon that could decide the outcome of the war?
Thomas of Hookton, known as le Batard, has orders to uncover the lost sword of Saint Peter, a blade with mystical powers said to grant certain victory to whoever possesses her. The French seek the weapon, too, and so Thomas's quest will be thwarted at every turn by battle and betrayal, by promises made and oaths broken.
Rich with colorful characters, great adventure, and vivid battle scenes, 1356 tells a magnificent story of the quest for a holy relic with the power to change history—a quest that culminates in an epic and unforgettable struggle.
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Critical Praise
"The first must-read of 2013 arrives….Bernard Cornwell is a master of combining a thumping good tale with a fascinating history lesson." — Reader's Digest
"In addition to carving out another action-packed martial adventure, Cornwell spotlights one of the most significant but often overlooked battles of the era." — Booklist
"No one picks a fight like Cornwell, who here does for the Battle of Poitiers what he did for the bloody fray that was Agincourt in the book of that name." — Library Journal
"A master of action-packed historical fiction…a vivid, exciting portrayal of medieval warfare….Nobody writes battle scenes like Cornwell, accurately conveying the utter savagery of close combat with sword, ax, and mace, and the gruesome aftermath." — Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"Bernard Cornwell does the best battle scenes of any writer I've ever read, past or present." — George R.R. Martin
"Nobody in the world does this stuff better than Cornwell - action set six hundred years ago is as fresh and vital as six days ago, with rough, tough men at war, proving once again that nothing changes... least of all great storytelling." — Lee Child
"The reigning king of historical fiction." — USA Today
"Bernard Cornwell is a gifted and prolific historical novelist who seems at home in virtually every era….A lively, accessible account of a remote moment in European history, a book in which Cornwell's gifts as scholar and storyteller come together spectacularly." — Bill Sheehan, Washington Post
"Tired of waiting for another of George R.R. Martin's Game of Thrones books? Cornwell's latest novel may be your best option." — Billy Heller, New York Post
"Cornwell is one of the best writers of historical fiction." — McClatchy News
"The legions of Cornwell's fans…will need little encouragement to devour this latest installment in the Hundred Years Way sequence. Everything you expect of a Cornwell offering is here in abundance: interesting characters, rich historical detail, thrilling battles, war, violence, gore, heroism, wry humour….Highly recommended." — Historical Novels Society
Product Details
- Imprint: Harper Paperbacks
- On Sale: 08/27/2013
- Trimsize: 5.313 in (w) x 8 in (h) x 0.973 in (d)
- Pages: 432
- List Price: 15.99 USD
- BISAC1: FICTION / Historical
- BISAC2: FICTION / War & Military
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7 Easy Latin Diva Halloween Costumes
The Hitchcock star once said in an interview, "In the car on my way to premieres and awards shows, I'll sit with tissue paper under my armpits so I don't soil the delicate dress fabric. The whole time I'm telling myself, `Please don't sweat, please don't sweat.' I throw the tissues out right before I step out of the car and nobody ever knows! I just put on a smile and fake it."
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Cleveland Sports Academy/CSA
We are based out of Cleveland Tn. Located inside Bradley Square Mall just off the Paul Huff exit. We are an indoor softball/baaseball facility.We have a batting cages 2-3 pitching lanes along with several work stations.
We have College trainers, as well as Strength and Agility training available on site. We opened in January. I only have room for a few more teams to sign with us by the month. This is a month to month. No contract. If you divide the rate by the number of girls on your team it can work out to be a very low fee per child.
I'm sure a lot of you are in the same situation as us. Our girls work for months to train and get better for softball only to have to take most of the winter off.
This facility will be available for team and individual practices. Mon-Sun. Fees will be based on 30min intervals or by the hour .
One on one training is also available for Hitting, Catching, and Pitching.
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Softball pitching lessons start this Sunday, Feb.12th (Nikki Waters) only a few slots available.
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All lessons are one on one
Strength and Agility classes have begun (you can register anytime) BY: CLINT SPENCER
We have a 55x55 space great for long throw and running drills plus batting cage and pitching lanes.
I only have a few slots available for teams. A few on Saturdays, 1 on Thurs. and Wed are open.
I will be posting upcoming clinics over the weekend.
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We now have some time available on Thurs. Fridays, And Saturdays..I only have a few spots left for hitting lessons on Wed. nights.
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I also still have about 5 slots left for Strength and Agility classes running. Monday, Tues, and Thurs. $125.00 for the month..
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We are going to have another Father/Daughter Pitching Clinic by (Dennis Waters) in March..Date will be announced in a few days..
We are now booking time slots for indoor team training during the winter. Most teams are not starting till Nov. or Dec.
I will only have room per week for a certain amount of teams so please contact me ASAP and i can at least get a time slot held till your ready to begin.We have two batting cages and pitching lanes and several work stations. You have a 55x55 throwing area. Plenty of room for team practices.
We also have two pitching slots available with NIKKI WATERS on Sundays. These wont last long. (Openings are due to injured players)
Hitting lessons by CHRIS PUGH. Wednesdays are now booked. I have one slot available on Sunday and I am starting a waiting list to begin lessons on Monday.
Registration has begun for Strength and Agility classes and they will start back on the 3rd week of Oct. This class is designed for softball players and we have a had a huge interest. So dont wait till the last minute to get registered..
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EXCLUSIVE: Deadpool Dons the Venom Symbiote in "Back In Black" #1 First Look
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In our latest post-game chat about each issue of Marvel's "Original Sin" event, writer Jason Aaron & editor Tom Brevoort take a look at issue #3.
Jonathan Hickman's "Avengers" titles will jump eight months into the future this September and CBR spoke to editor Tom Brevoort about "Time Runs Out."
While it's a bit disjointed, Jason Aaron and Mike Deodato's "Original Sin" #3 is ultimately a fun comic with a top-notch cliffhanger ending.
Jonathan Hickman's "Avengers" #35 & "New Avengers" #24 are headed for an eight month time jump for a double-sized beginning of the end game.
CBR sits down with "Original Sin" writer Jason Aaron and Executive Editor Tom Brevoort to gain insight into Marvel's massive new event.
It's the oddest paring in the Marvel U as Frank Castle and Stephen Strange work together to solve the Watcher's murder in "Original Sin" #4.
With the Watcher murdered, all his secrets are up for grabs as Marvel's "Original Sin" event continues in issue #2 by Jason Aaron and Mike Deodato.
Jason Aaron and Tom Brevoort join CBR to offer insight into the first issue of "Original Sin," hint at what lies ahead for Nick Fury Sr. and share exclusive art!
What secrets will be dragged from the darkness in Jason Aaron and Mike Deodato's "Original Sin #3?
Jason Aaron & Mike Deodato's debut issue of Marvel's "Original Sin" "freshens the usual mechanics" of events for a strong opening.
Marvel Comics has released a trailer promoting its latest event series, Jason Aaron and Mike Deodato's May 7-debuting "Original Sin."
Jason Aaron and Mike Deodato begin Marvel's summer event, "Original Sin," starting with the shocking death of Uatu the Watcher. What did he see?
Marvel has released a look at Jason Aaron and Mike Dedoato's "Original Sin" #2, asking the question, who holds the Watcher's missing eye?
Uatu the Watcher turning up dead is just the start of Jason Aaron and Mike Deodato's "Original Sin," with issue #1 out from Marvel on May 7.
In the wake of Uatu's murder in "Original Sin," Marvel asks the question, "Who will watch us now?"
The third of four "Original Sin" teasers unveiling this week strongly suggests a character will make a return in this year's Marvel event.
The Watcher is apparently just the first murder victim in May's "Original Sin" story as Marvel's latest teaser asks "Who is next?"
Marvel senior vice president of publishing Tom Brevoort steps in for Axel Alonso this week and discusses 2014 event "Original Sin" in-depth.
Marvel, with help from Executive Editor Tom Brevoort, has revealed the publisher's new "Original Sin" promotional item: a Watcher's eye bouncy ball.
Black Widow and Winter Soldier join the lineup of "Original Sin" suspects in a pair of CBR exclusive variant cover reveals. UPDATED with more variants.
M.O.D.O.K. joins the team in Ales Kot and Michael Walsh's "Secret Avengers," and CBR has a preview of the first issue!
During a live chat, "Original Sin" writer Jason Aaron stated that the main series and the tie-ins will tell "two different sets of stories."
Writer Jason Aaron discusses Marvel's next event series with CBR, where the murder of The Watcher sets off a crime story played out on a cosmic scale.
As teased last fall, Jason Aaron and Mike Deodato are teaming for "Original Sin," Marvel's 2014 event centered around the death of The Watcher.
Forsythe P. Jones III rises from the grave, Batman heads into the belly of the beast, Blackbolt speaks, a knight rises and "Catalyst Comix" cries wolf.
Jonathan Hickman & Tom Brevoort join CBR for commentary and insight into "Infinity" #6 and "New Avengers" #12, the final chapters of Marvel's "Infinity" event.
Mike Deodato's "New Avengers" #12 cover features a throwback to a past Thanos moment and may hint at the character that finishes the Mad Titan.
CBR has exclusive previews of "Infinity" #6 and "New Avengers" #12, both written by Jonathan Hickman with art by Jim Cheung and Mike Deodato.
Executive Editor Tom Brevoort takes a thorough look at "Avengers" #23, the latest chapter in Marvel's "Infinity" event -- and ahead to the finale!
Saffron Burrows guests in next week's "Agents of SHIELD" as Victoria Hand, a major player in the Bendis-era "Dark Avengers" and "New Avengers."
"Infinity" editor Tom Brevoort takes an in-depth look at "Avengers" #21 & "New Avengers #11, the latest chapters in Marvel Comics' current event.
In today's INFINITE WAR REPORT, Marvel's Tom Brevoort takes a thorough look at the latest chapter in Jonathan Hickman's "Infinity" event. Plus, exclusive art!
Courtesy of Marvel, CBR presents an exclusive preview of "New Avengers" #11, an "Infinity" tie-in by Jonathan Hickman & Mike Deodato. On Oct. 16, the Illuminati travel to another earth.
In this week's INFINITE WAR REPORT, "Infinity" editor Tom Brevoort joins CBR for an in-depth look at "New Avengers" #10 and "Infinity" #3, the latest chapters in Marvel Comics' "Infinity" event.
Courtesy of Marvel, CBR presents exclusive previews of "Infinity" #3 and "New Avengers" #10, both written by Jonathan Hickman. The "Infinity" event soldiers on September 18!
In this week's installment of THE INFINITE WAR REPORT, Marvel executive editor Tom Brevoort joins for a thorough look at "New Avengers" #9, the latest chapter in Marvel Comics' "Infinity" event.
Courtesy of Marvel Comics, CBR presents an exclusive preview of "A+X" #12 from writers Christos Gage & Justin Jordan and artists Mike Deodato & Angel Unzueta, on sale September 2!
Courtesy of Marvel, CBR presents exclusive previews for Jonathan Hickman and Mike Deodato's "New Avengers" #9 crossover with "Infinity" and Brian Michael Bendis and Frazer Irving's "Uncanny X-Men" #11!
Marvel has released a preview of "New Avengers" #9, an "Infinity" tie-in by Jonathan Hickman & Mike Deodato. As Thanos begins his invasion of Earth, The Illuminati stand on the front line.
Marvel has released a preview of "New Avengers" #8 by Jonathan Hickman and Mike Deodato. A prequel to the upcoming Infinity event, find out what role the Inhumans play in the Illuminati's plans July 24.
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FAA funded airport towers using 30-year-old accident data to justify expense
It turns out that the Federal Aviation Administration has been using 30-year-old data on aircraft collisions to justify the cost of operating many of the control towers, even though accident rates have improved significantly over that time.
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What's green and white and Brown all over? Esparto High School's football field last Friday night of course. Steve Brown, Biggs' senior TE/RB and defensive tackle ran rampant over the Esparto Spartans in a non-league affair that resulted in a 34-0 win for the Wolverines who are now 3-1. Biggs came out sporting their latest edition of new football gear. Biggs' uniforms rival anything you might see on College Game Day or Fox Sports, and out of the three versions they have worn this season this last set is unrivaled!.
All season thus far, senior Steve Brown has produced solid play on both sides of the ball for Biggs and Friday night in Esparto was no exception. Brown scored two of Biggs' touchdowns, one as a receiver and the other on the ground. He has been a sure thing for Biggs all year and also posted five solo tackles Friday night and a fumble recovery. Opposing offenses can be sure of two things, if Steve Brown touches the ball carrier - one, his forward progress is stopped, and two, it's gonna hurt. Brown is the strongest Wolverine and puts up impressive numbers in the weight room. What really makes this so interesting is that anyone in the section would be hard pressed to beat him in a foot race. He is a gifted athlete and does a great job of showing up when it counts.
Biggs wasted little time jumping on Esparto. Nathan Callaway took the second play from scrimmage right through the middle of the Spartan defense before being caught deep in the Red Zone. On the next pla,y Chance Felkins lost the hand off and Biggs was stifled again. Memories of their only loss this year flooded the minds of the Wolverine faithful. In the Red Zone, NO points!. Last week the Wolverines were stopped on their first drive on the East Nic 2. After an impressive opening against East Nic last week Biggs failed to put points on the board and it was very Dejavu. Biggs has failed to convert several times this season inside the opponents 20.
&am Biggs' offense may have started slow, but they methodically dismanteled the much larger Esparto team. By the half it was 18-0. At game's end, the 3-1 Wolverines were comfortably on top and coasting to their best start in well, forever, or at least since maxpreps.com has been recording stats.The Wolverines have been looking very championship-like most of the time and Biggs will have to continue to progress, as every league opponent that they face this season also posted W's last weekend.
Biggs again spread the wealth offensively. QB Blaine Roles, was 4 of 8 passing for 108 yds. and a touchdown strike to Brown. He also threw a two pt. conversion in to the sure hands of TE/FB Greyson Milburn. Roles has been very efficient this year. In the running department it was more of the same. Everybody contributes. Nate Callaway led all rushers with 106 yards on just eight carries along with a touchdown. Dalton Evenson added 64 yards on six tries. Chance Felkins had 33 yards via seven carries and a score. Greyson Milburn had 38 yards on eight totes and one of those carries for about 7-8 yards he ended up carrying at least five or six Spartans on his back. For the rest of this story, please pick up a 9/26/12 edition of The Gridley Herald.
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Break from the bank
A Co. Limerick father of four has told Kilmallock Court that he can't afford to pay the €200 per month sought by ACC Bank. The court heard that the Hospital man owes the bank €12,000, and ACC made an application for an installment order for €200 per month.
But the man told the court that he could not afford this sum at present as most of his wages went on heating the house and on basics for his young children.
The court heard that he is a married man with four children aged four, five, six and seven. He is in full time employment and the family has a net income of €680 per week.
The man's solicitor, Audrey Browne, asked him what his main outgoings were.
"We live in a very old house in Hospital. It's a cottage over a 100 years old and has no central heating," he said.
The majority of their money is spent on coal and gas, "basic stuff for the kids" and insurance for their car.
They had two cars, but one was repossessed because they couldn't afford the payments.
The court heard that the mortgage on their house was in arrears, but they were in talks with their bank about getting it extended. Browne said her client spent no money on luxuries.
"They don't go out. They have four very young children and everything they do is for their children. They literally have no money," said Browne.
Judge Aeneas McCarthy asked the man how much he could afford.
"Fifty a month, and in time when we get on top of things we can reassess the situation," he replied.
McCarthy accepted this offer.
- Limerick Leader
Fake fire costs
Malicious pranksters who make hoax calls to the fire service in Meath are costing the county council in excess of €40,000 a year.
As the fire service approaches its busiest time of the year at Halloween, firefighters and council officials have warned that those who make malicious calls could be putting lives in danger and could face serious penalties as all calls are recorded and are traceable.
Meath Fire & Rescue Service's senior assistant fire officer Padraig O Longaigh said that, every year, 20% of calls to the service are false alarms, although most of those are from well-intentioned members of the public who believe a genuine emergency exists.
However, there is also a problem with malicious calls being made to the service, and there were 40 such hoax calls last year.
There have also been two cases where firefighters were injured when attacked when they answered calls to "deliberately engineered" fires.
"Thankfully, incidents where violence is used against firemen is rare, but the malicious calls are very frustrating and are a huge waste of resources," he said.
He warned those involved in making hoax calls that all cases will be investigated, the calls are recorded and are traceable.
"The culprits will face heavy fines and the substantial fee for calling out the service," he said.
O Longaigh appealed to those responsible to stop and to think of the people they are putting at risk. "They may have called us out for nothing, while there is a serious crash somewhere, where people need our help," he added.
He said that, at Halloween, station officers will travel ahead of fire crews to check that calls are genuine, but he warned those making the hoax calls to think again.
Meath County Council director of service, Brendan McGrath, pointed out that it costs up to €1,000 a time to roll out a fire tender, money that could be used for other services.
-Meath Chronicle
Indian summer
People all across Northern Ireland have been making the most of the glorious autumn sunshine.
Anyone who could took the opportunity to get out in the fresh air and feel the sun on their skin on Monday, while bookworms and dog walkers made the most of the mild weather in Ulster's parks and green spaces.
Women taking part in the Belfast Telegraph Runner event at Stormont over the weekend remarked how lucky they had been to get such dry and bright weather for the race.
Gemma Plum, a forecaster with Meteogroup, said the maximum weekend temperature of 21 Celsius was above average for this time of year, but things are now set to fall in line with more typical October weather.
"The week ahead looks to be quite dry with some cloud and just a few spots of rain.
"Today (Tuesday) there will be a maximum temperature of 17 Celsius, but as the week progresses this will drop down to about 14C."
Unfortunately, the gorgeous autumn weather isn't set to last, as the rain is set to make an unwelcome return next week.
Ms Plum added, "From the beginning of next week Northern Ireland will start to see persistent rain."
-Belfast Telegraph
File sharing okay
A landmark High Court judgment has found that laws to identify and cut off Internet users illegally copying music files are not enforceable in Ireland.


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