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August 09, 2010 - SCMR Editorial
As more corporate oversight is being placed on supply chain imperatives, solutions providers are creating more transparent forecasting tools.
According to spokesmen for Boardwalktech, a provider of collaboration solutions for global enterprises, the announcement of a new version of its Boardwalk Collaboration Platform (BCP) coincides with new market trends.
"There has definately been a move toward keeping C-level executives in the loop across management disciplines," said J.B. Kuppe, vice president of marketing, Boardwalktech. "Fortunately, our technology is moving in the same direction toward transparency."
Company spokesmen also noted that the enhanced solution will help global manufacturers work more collaboratively with trading partners while driving faster—and more profitable—product-planning decisions.
Global manufacturers have long struggled with the need to set up a collaborative planning environment. The primary challenge is that manufacturers and their partners—of which there can be dozens or even hundreds at any given time including end customers, distributors, retailers, suppliers and manufacturing partners—all need fast and easy access to large sets of rapidly changing planning data such as sales forecasts, promotions, production plans and supply commits.
According to Kuppe, the high-tech and pharma markets are well poised to take advantage of this development.
"Although we did not anticipate an uptick in these sectors, it fits in well with our strategy," he told SCMR in an interview.
He explained that traditional ERP systems and point solutions are not flexible, fast or easy enough to use for anything but basic transactions like processing a purchase order, so extending them to manage highly collaborative applications like promotions, demand planning or production planning just doesn't work.
"Without a solution, manufacturers cannot confidently predict revenues and margins; inventory buffers at all points in the supply chain expand as will the associated carrying costs; resource allocation and product lead times cannot be effectively managed which means customer satisfaction goes down; and perishable demand is lost to competition," added spokesmen.
The release also extends BCP's cloud-based access control capabilities, which lets companies manage what rows and columns users see, to include new capabilities for managing how much data and what type of data is active in a given collaboration between multiple users and systems.


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Merrill announces run for secretary of state
Published: Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at 4:04 p.m.
Last Modified: Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at 4:04 p.m.
TUSCALOOSA | State Rep. John Merrill, R-Tuscaloosa, made official Tuesday what he has been talking about for months. He is running for Alabama secretary of state.
Merrill, a 49-year-old first-term legislator, announced his candidacy at the Tuscaloosa County Courthouse, telling supporters that he has had an interest in the office for a long time — 35 years to be exact.
"I often thought about this office since I was 14 years old," he said.
At that time, he accompanied his father, who then was probate judge in Cleburne County, to a political rally where he heard a young Don Siegelman, who was running for his first state elective office — secretary of state.
Merrill said he asked his father what were the secretary of state's duties and learned the office handled elections, various business registrations, adoptions and filings of official records.
"I said that is something I might be interested in doing someday, and I started to watch and learn about that office," he said.
The incumbent secretary of state, Beth Chapman, is completing her second four-year term, and is barred by the state constitution from running for a third consecutive firm in 2014.
Merrill, who praised Chapman, said he met with her as well as Gov. Robert Bentley, Lt. Gov. Kay Ivey and other statewide elected officials to discuss his candidacy. All were encouraging and supportive, he said.
While none of the statewide officeholders have endorsed him, he said he would be surprised if any endorsed anyone else in next year's Republican primary.
Merrill said 66 state House members have committed to back him in the race. "I guess they either want me to be secretary of state or want me out of the Legislature, he said, laughing.
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I notice that with MKV files containing DTS, the DTS audio is passed straight through by my PS3 to my amp for decoding (seen as LPCM 2.0 by the PS3, but the Amp shows DTS and it still sounds legit/5.1 channels, etc.).
MKV files containing Dolby Digital/AC3, however, do NOT pass the audio all the way through to my Amp. While the PS3 info screen correctly interprets the audio as being Dolby Digital, the audio is being decoded by the PS3 and ultimately passed to my amp in PCM format. I can confirm this is the case because I am able to change the audio's volume within the on-screen PS3 video settings. And of course, the Amp doesn't show Dolby Digital but rather the PCM equivalent (MultiChannel in my case)
Is there any way to configure my setup so that the Dolby Digital audio gets completely passed through by the PS3 to my Amp so that the Amp can do the decoding rather than the PS3?
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It does seem to me that the "Keep AC-3 tracks = checked" setting *should* pass the audio through, but I imagine that could also mean that no decoding is done on the stream before it's sent to the PS3. I can confirm that the bitrate on some of these files is NOT 640 (per the reencode bitrate settings above), so no reencoding appears to be happening server-side.
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Ashes Day 2: Australia Demolishes England
The Gabba cricket ground was supposed to be a batter's paradise. It has been anything but in the first two days of the Ashes cricket series, most strikingly on Friday when Australia blasted England out for 136.
"Slaughter at the Gabbatoir" was the phrase of the day among cricket fans.
In the most dramatic passage of play, Australia took six English wickets for just nine runs as the visitors collapsed from 82 for two to 91 for eight in the space of 10 overs leading up to tea.
Mitchell Johnson, who was overlooked for the Ashes series in the U.K. earlier this year, led Australia's attack with a scintillating display of fast and aggressive bowling, taking four wickets for 61 runs. When Johnson is on song, opponents invariably suffer.
Australia's other bowlers had a day to remember, too. Ryan Harris and Nathan Lyon were both effective and economical, ending with three for 28 and two for 17, respectively. Peter Siddle took one for 24. All 10 wickets were catches.
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Today's been a busy day. I don't suppose I can get planner to nicely work with all the rest of emacs, can it? I rather like emacswiki...
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I wonder if I can get the wiki to recognize non-wiki words. That would be pretty nice.
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My thoughts on The Lovely Phish Concert at the Kiel Center in Downtown Saint Louis, Missouri on the 15th of November, 1996
First, the setlist:
I: Wilson, Divided Sky, Bouncing Around The Room,
Character Zero, Punch You in the Eye, Prince Caspian,
Ginseng Sullivan, Train Song, Chalk Dust Torture,
Taste, Cavern
II: Makisupa Policeman -> Maze, McGrupp,
Split Open and Melt, TMWSIY -> Alvenu Malkenu,
My Mind's Got a Mind of it's Own, Mike's Song,
Sleeping Monkey, Mean Mr. Mustard, Meekapaug Groove
E: Monkey Bitch
So, I went with a bunch of friends to this show, I had eight tickets in all. Sadly I could only find six other people to go and the show wasn't sold out. Again, like in Dayton (11/17/94), I had to give away the last ticket for the small price of two hugs (More on this later...). We had a nice spaghetti (only thing I can cook) dinner beforehand and we were all in good spirits; my friend, Alok, was in from out of town and he was going to his first Phish show ever. At every show there are more and more first timers. Another interesting thing, Whit was going to see Phish again. Now, I understand this doesn't seem interesting at first, but allow me to continue. Among other strange coincedences between him and I, Whit used to really like Phish. He had seen them in Madison a few times and out east a few times too. He knew Shelly way back when and etcetera, etcetera... The last time he saw them was 3/13/92! When he told me this I was like, "How are ya? Let's go to Hawaii!" well, not really. But I was amazed, I fetched the tape and told him that it was one of my favorites. Anyway, he wanted to see them again to see what they were like now, I said ok.
So we went to the show and found our seats among the uniformed youth, some St. Louis based, others travelling. I saw a whole lot of Wash U-ers there, naturally. (Wash U = Washington University, my school). So someone I knew said, as we were waiting for the house lights to go out, that John Popper was going to be joining the band that evening. She further explained that Blues Traveler was plaing the Kiel Center in the following two nights. I thought it would be fun to see that because special guests are always good. I thought to myself, we shall see. As it turned out, I should have trusted that initial thought as well as another I had later in the second set. So we sat and waited, we had fair seats, I was pleased.
First set begins with Wilson. My comrade, Alan, had made the call in my favorite pre-show game. I guessed Runaway Jim. Divided Sky followed, that was a nice version. To my chagrin, Bouncing came next. I had the solution though! I offered to make a beer run. I collected the dough and went out to get them. I was informed by the kind woman working the concessions that there was a two beer limit per person so I had to get two, make the delivery, and go back for more. That just about lasted for all of Bouncing. But the next song was entitled "Character Zero." (Recall, if you care to, that the only other show I attended this fall was Halloween where they performed Character Zero and Prince Caspian) I remembered the last time I heard Character Zero and knew that I was not in for a real treat, so I got a couple more beverages. I could tell PYITE was coming from the rhythmic scratchings of Trey, I nodded to Alan. As always, PYITE was good, I enjoy the sound of that tune. I was not entirely happy to hear Prince Caspian again because I'd rather have heard a different one from Billy Breathes that I hadn't yet heard live. But there was a mini-jam in this tune but nothing spectacular. I still have trouble with that ending - what's the deal with that? I was glad to hear Ginseng Sullivan again and I also liked Train Song. What amazes me most about the new ones is that Phish has really gotten to know how to make all kinds of sounds with their instruments. Train Song and Swept Away -> Steep (from Halloween) really impressed me. Chalkdust was standard, Taste was good, and Cavern was fun. That was the first set, not overly impressive, not shitty.
The setbreak was full of people watching. I love to watch people, especially at Phish shows. There are so many different people to look at. Also the intermission was really long. Why do they intentionally lie about the "15 minute" break? Why not just say "We'll be back later" or something, because if it's a joke, it's not funny.
The second set opened with Makisupa Policeman. I really enjoy this one everytime I hear it. They always are doing something cool to it. It morphed into Maze which rocked. I also generally always like Maze too. By the time they played McGrupp I was beginning to sense a theme. I was also really excited! Back a couple of years ago when I was bored in class I would invent cool setlists because I was always interested in the whole set as a piece of art. Just like an album (as a collection of songs) can be one single work, I think a set can be too. I think to sets like 5/3/91 set II, 12/30/93 set II, and others like those when I think about good sets. So in my in-class boredom I would think of themes that could run through a set. A hard rocking set, or a set full of chill songs, or a set where every song leads seamlessly into the next, or a set where the songs are all animals (Antelope, Harpua, Runaway Jim, Sloth, Llama, etc.) or people (Reba, Harry Hood, Wilson, etc.), or songs that all start with the same letter (e.g. "M"). This, as far as I know, correct me if I'm wrong, is the first time they have done this! So SOAMelt followed which was strange and weird as usual. TMWSIY was next and I was psyched because I had never seen this one before. I, of course, knew that Alvenu Malkenu was to follow. And my friends from the tribe were all excited. My Mind was next, funny lyrics. Mike's Song was the highlight of the show for me. After the middle part of the jam where they change to that other chord, it started to get all funky. I was enjoying it immensely, I can't wait to hear the tape. Sleeping Monkey was a good Beatles reference lead in to Mean Mr. Mustard. Is this the first time played? John Popper emerges and whips out the harp for a Meekapaug (why not keep the theme?) Groove, sans beginning. Before they started this, Trey says that the set was dedicated to the letter "M" and the number "420" (oh, come on). That reminds me of the dumb ass lyric in Makisupa Policeman. The set ends after John Popper trys to blow as many notes in succesion per measure as he possibly can without regard to the aesthetic implications involved in such a maneuver.
The encore was the standard special Guest song that I will call Monkey Bitch for the sake of keeping the theme. Trey and Popper trade off some then Trey wails and everyone's happy. The place was seriously going bonkers! The people were cheering so loud as to deafen eachother. I wonder if people would rather go to a Blues Traveler concert. Ok, I'm sorry, that wasn't neccesary.
About this whole giving away the tickets thing... I'm getting really tired of people who want others to "kick down" for them. Like, what the fuck do you want here? Oh, I'm broke because I'm on the road, can't you just kick down. I almost took the ticket in with me just despite the beggars. Maybe if some of those people sold the Jeep Cherokee and bought a Yugo they could afford to BUY A TICKET for the shows they traveled all over creation to see. I still can't get over these people who devote their lives to following FOUR GUYS who play music around the whole damn country. Go to school. Do something for yourself. Leave me alone. Before I go to a show I buy a ticket, everyone should. If you go to every show and expect to get in free you're an idiot. Your cheering probably isn't enough to pay for the experience. Now, I'm not saying that this whole capitalism thing is the way to go and that tickets aren't expensive but... But how can you expect to get something for nothing? That's probably the most American attitude someone can have. If you can't afford to buy a ticket, how can you afford to fill up the damn car with gas to get you to the next parking lot? Yeah, I've seen many, many, Phish shows but I haven't comprimised myself to do it. Some people need to get a life. It makes me sad to see these kids who have dropped out of "high" school to follow a band. If music's so important to them, why don't they make thier own? Some of these people are the nicest in the world but I don't want to have to give away my ticket for a hug. Yeah, maybe I shouldn't have bought so many tickets, but it doesn't make this my fault. Ok, enough of that.
Let me not lose sight of what this page is for: 11/15/96. The show was a good one, all in all. Not the best I've seen, definitely not the worst. (That would be 11/23/94). So that's all for now.
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MOM STOP: We should be inspired to be more like star Samaritans
Published: Sunday, October 13, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.
Last Modified: Saturday, October 12, 2013 at 1:37 p.m.
My son, like a lot of 2-year-olds, is obsessed with fire trucks.
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He has two miniature fire engines that he takes everywhere. He sleeps with them, eats with them, even takes them in the bath, not letting them go from his tiny, tight grasp.
"Woo-ooo, woo-oo," he says in a high-pitch tone.
When we recently got him a red plastic fire hat to match, his eyes lit up. Like the fire trucks, he wears that hat in his pajamas or while out playing in the yard. He wears that hat in the car, and while walking the dog.
"Woo-ooo, woo-oo," my son says, trying to sound like a siren. He will often stick his index finger in the air and shout "I help!"
My toddler probably doesn't know exactly what firefighters do, but he knows they help, and he knows they ride in shiny red trucks.
For him, that's enough.
We talk a lot in our household about helping others, about what it means to help Momma or Daddy with the dishes or the laundry, how it's great to help brother find his cup or to help sister clean her room. As preschoolers, it's a value I want to instill in my children early, something we reward with treats or star magnets on a chart.
I want my children to grow up knowing the value in helping not only friends and family, but those who can't help themselves, too. It's hard to teach our children to trust people and to help strangers in our world, especially when you have to balance it with concern for keeping them safe. Sometimes I don't think I always do the best job in teaching by example.
But I was inspired recently.
Last week, I picked my daughter up from preschool and was hurrying home during rush hour when my car died on Interstate 359. My gas light had been on and I had meant to fill up at a gas station near my house earlier in the day, but I had forgotten.
As a result, we were stuck. My daughter and I sat in my gas-less car, stuck in the turn lane on 359 and 15th Street. I called my husband and felt embarrassed while I explained the situation. I turned the car's flashing lights on and waited for him.
As traffic backed up behind me, swerving around my vehicle, my 4-year-old daughter got impatient. I tried to reassure her that help was coming.
And it did — just not how I expected. A DCH Regional Medical Center nurse driving a white truck pulled up behind us. She walked up to my door, still wearing her hospital name tag, and tapped on the glass.
"Are you OK? Do you need help?" she asked, adding that she drove by me once before, but decided to turn around to see if she could help.
I told her that my husband would be there soon with gas, and thanked her for stopping.
She said that was fine, but advised me to lock my doors and sit tight — she would wait with me until he got there.
I sat there shocked. I honestly didn't expect anyone to stop. I thanked the woman repeatedly. If only there were more people in the world like her, I told her.
If only I were more like that, I thought to myself.
"Momma, who is that lady?" my daughter asked afterward.
"She just wants to help," I said.
Still strapped in the car seat, my 4-year-old grinned.
"We should give her a star."
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Hello all,
Hoping a few of you have some experience with this....My MRI confirmed a labral tear. I'd suspected this since a December idiotic spring. It's been getting worse, and I feel like I've tried everything, massively cut back, x-train, core work, supplements, water training, PT, etc. Has anyone had this surgery? I've never had to before, and I'm naturally distrustful (fearful, I suppose). I need to distance run for sanity, so I'm feeling like it's a matter of time. And likely only have insurance for another year.
Wondering if anyone has had alternatives that work? A six month tear that did start to heal on own?
My knee on that side has been problematic since, and now I suspect it's coming out of there. They're talking 8-12 weeks before much of anything
I guess I'll lose allmost muscle/cardio investment.

Sigh. Just this morning. Ready to get surgery if that's the fix. But anxious to hear from other runnersI tend to trust their experience more than a Q&A website.
Thanks for any help--
I responded to your other post this afternoon, but I just saw this one. UGH!!!!
Can you describe your pain in detail?
Here is what I have experienced in the past. Pain was only when I stood up and started to walk, not during a run. LIMPING pain, but would eventually work its way out with more steps.
I don't have a
realdx only that my massage therapist was able to pinpoint the spot. And she knew the muscle! I have not had PT, only rest, and NSAIDs. My mileage has really suffered and I am starting to ramp it up again, wondering if I will experience the same pain.
Thanks so much for the empathy. I wanted to post here because I can't deal with people that 'don't get' it
what not running feels like. Part of why I probably have an injury is because I'm a moronexample A: After getting diagnosis I went out for 6 miles. It's definately getting worse. It's a tear through the "superior lateral acetabular labrum" if that means anything. Inner lining in"cup" that supports bone.
I feel like I have to be positive and it looks like PT starts quickly afterwards, hoping I"ll be able to resume upper body weights/core work/cardio quickly. Although it's time I listened to doctors.
This is only detectable by symptoms and MRI. If you suspect, it might be worth it
I say this because I have insurance in one of the rare stretches of my life. But, yes, it numbs out somewhat in running, though even that's changing now. Hurts in morning. It feels like the pain starts between hip bone and pubic bone, deep inside, and sometimes goes up as far as lower absmy rather intense pilates work might have stretched it up there. Apparently a lot of people can have this and never feel it if you feels yours somewhat regular, or it worsens, probably a red flag. Also, it's usually related to a specific incident. Ohalso, feels "sharp." I supected it because it felt different than my other injuries that I've been able to work out with stretching/massage/ice baths/PT/etc. Hope this helps a litte.
Hoping to get surgery soon, and start the rest. Aim for spring marathon, sanity. I wish I could implant in the brain of all starting runners not to overtrain. I was told again and again
and once again in life, apparently I have to learn by pushing it....

Thanks again, and bestLaura
Well, hang in there and best of luck on your up-coming surgery, I will look for follow-up posts from you.
I will take this new knowledge into consideration if my pain returns as I increase my weekly mileage. I have only been running about 9-10 miles per week since Feb. to try to let things settle down in there. But a few things sound similar such as being related to a specific incident and the sharp pains that seem very deep and into the groin area. I remember the pain very well!!
Did your pain seem worse when you stood up to walk after being in a sitting position for a while?
Thanks and take care!!!!
Hey Cololora-
I was recently diagnosed with an anterior acetabular labral tear, so we can be torn labrum buddies!
I have also had the pain for many moths (4 in my case). Pain was diagnosed as bursitis, and I was sent to PT. I have done the PT thing, the take 6 weeks off thing and its still something I am dealing with.
I have consulted a few doctors on this and it seems that these tears will never heal by themselves. The reason for this is that they are non-vascular. There is no direct blood flow to the area and therefore new tissue will not form to fill in the tear...the only solution is to either deal with the pain and hope that the tear stops rubbing the nerve (or bone) (or whatever is causing the pain) or have the arthroscope procedure.
I have an appt with my doc and the surgeon on Tues...but in the meantime, I have kept running through the pain (i had my first 20 mile week last week in 4 months!). One of the things I have heard is that you cannot make the tear worse by running, this is an injury, not an overuse problem...
I will need to make a decision to ColoLora as I am currently in the 4th week of Chicago Marathon training...if I have the surgery, I will have to put my dreams on hold for another year!
Anyways, maybe we can be labrum buddies..i wish you luck with your decision and recovery!
Thanks so much
I'm having trouble finding "superior labral tear" buddies. I really appreciate the information thoughI did 14 this morning, the whole time wondering how idiotic it was, but only runners know the need...So, that's great. I was actually thinking of checking out the option of getting the surgery postponed and get a fall marathon in first. I'd rather be out of commision in the winter. Also, I've done two half marathons and a full May marathon since the tear, and it hasn't gotten that much more painful. I didn't know about the blood flow non-heal, makes perfect sense. I've definately noticed if I keep a slow pace (9-10 min miles), and avoid my beloved hill runs, that I feel the pain a bit less. For me Forget speed with this guy. The good news is that my pilates teacher, who knows my neurosis with exercise pretty well, told me that studies really prove recovery time is about 1/2 for people who are taking pretty good care of themselves. I'm hearing 5 months, so I'm figuing 2/5 months. November 8th then, right?

Good newsIt looks like I'll have a good surgeon, he's at the Steadman-Hawkin clinic (Vail) which I guess I was supposed to have heard about before this. Of course, I have insomnia nightmares of some 'error' in the repair work.
Definately keep me updated. I'm wondering if you had the MRI yet? I guess the 'worse' scenerio is if the tissue gets pulled away from the hip bone. I also did the rest/PT/roller ball/etc. work and nothing. These apparently always will be a lifetime injury until the surgery repair. I've heard if your sane with the recovery, it's unlikely to re-occur. About your marathon, I can't say I wouldn't go for it
if you trust your source on the idea that we're not making this injury worse with running. How much pain are you in? My injury switched when I started feeling it more at rest. What's a bit strange is that I feel it the most when I have to move my right foot in that tiny motion to hit my brakes driving. I'll definatly also ask this guy about the running w/the injuryif so, I'd like to get another one in. I felt no cardio strain on 14 miles, and I'm not big on getting bothered by pain. I was also thinking it wouldn't be a problem to train for a fall marathon, and how frustrating to give that base up. I guess the day will come that we'll have to take the time off, but putting it off is sure appealing....
Good luck on your training--and keep me updated. I bet the adreneline will obliterate any pain once you've got your tag pinned on your shirt at the starting line!
Well from all indications, that Surgeon in Vail is the absolute best. I have also heard that since this surgery is fairly new (10 years or so) there are very few surgeons who do it (and do it well.)
While i totally understand your fear about an error in surgery it seems like going to the best doctor and the fact that this surgery is done with a tiny tiny camera and a laser should help to allay those fears!
I have had an MRI, which showed the tear (though they were looking for Stress FX)...
My suspicion is that since you had no cardio issues with 14 today, your superior conditioning will allow you to recover somewhat quicker than others. For me, I am not in as superiour shape as I am training for my first marathon (ive only been running for 2 years!) You may have to suck it up though and do the hand-bike for the first couple weeks out of surgery!
My pain is intensified when i run. And i agree if i take it easier, the onset takes longer. If i take a day off and then run, i dont usually feel the stabbing every step pain until mile 3 or so...then it intensifies until i stop. My pain is right in the groin are (sorry) and extends out to the outside of my hip...and at its worst feels like a sharp stabbing pain on a step..
The pt usually has me screaming when i am on my back and he has my knee up and is rotating it externally...ouch!
Question: Do you ever get the feeling that you are just getting used to the pain? I am remembering back to the first morning after i sustained this injury and i couldnt even walk without extreme pain and an insidious limp. Now it nags me, but i have no noticeable limp.
I was just so happy to be out there on a 20 mpw clip again!
So when are you scheduled for Surgery...ill be keeping an eager eye out for posts!!!!
Best of luck and enjoy Colorado (I went to college in Colorado Springs and I miss the 300 days of sunshine!!)
Sorry for such a late reply.... I was browsing around looking for a certain topic and came across this...
I had arthroscopic surgery for a torn labrum in November of 2004, and I'm so glad I had it done. It took 2 years to finally get a diagnosis for the hip pain I was having (I can't even tell you how many orthopedic doctors, PT's, chiropractors, etc., not to mention how many MRI's I had), but I finally went to the right doctor who knew right away what it was. The surgery was a breeze. It was day surgery. I was literally walking with ZERO pain in 2 days. The first day after the surgery I was sore, but I could not believe how I felt when I woke up the second day. I was told not to run for 6 to 8 weeks, and that was seriously all it took. I felt like I could have run sooner, but I thought it would be smart to listen to the doctor. During that time I was able to do the elliptical, bike, swim... anything that didn't cause impact.
Hope this helps.
Me too!
See my recent reply in another post:
I was diagnosed with a labral tear (two tears, actually) in my left hip (groin) about a year ago. The doctor gave me three options:
1. do nothing
2. cortisone injections
3. arthroscopic surgery
I decided to "do nothing," with the very important exception of strengthening exercises for my hips. The ortho recommended leg lifts targeting the gluteus medius muscles (very slow, 3x30 on each side). It has worked (for me) wonderfully well! If I slack off on my exercises, the pain comes back.
As a bonus, keeping my gluteus medius muscles strong seems to have prevented recurrence of my ITB issues.
Since my diagnosis, I have continued to run 20-25 MPW (same as before the injury) and race every couple of months, distances from 5K to 10 miles.
I've since added swimming to my routine and this does not seem to aggravate my hip in any way.
Good luck and let me know how it goes!
I should add that my ortho doc said there was no reason I could not continue to run as much as I wanted. (No doubt he's waiting for me to have more pain so I can come back for the surgery!!)
Thank you both so much!
Actually, the new development yesterday was that I received an "Addendum to report" from the MRI folks. I'm not sure why they decided to re-review my scans, but it's now showing that there are actually two tears....There's also a bit of fluid. The other thing is that my pain is definitely getting worse. Yesterday was the first day where I was actually distracted by it while working at a desk. I think the Rebox x-trainer is putting too much resistance on it. I'm about ready to just resort to upper body and pilates.
I'm also hoping that somehow this injury could be related to the knee problems on that side. Any experience there? My theory is that perhaps that injury asked the knee for some compensation that resulted in a knee problem as well. Or, wishful thinking?
The frustrating part is that this doctor seems impossible to get a hold of. It's encouraging to hear that one of you was able to walk so soon--I feel like I need to have this surgery before teaching starts again.
But, wow, thank you SO much for taking the time to share your experiences.
I miss running. I feel like a little kid PROMISING that next time I'll be good. No over-training. I wish I could implant that message in all the enthusiastic, indestructible folks like me.
Again, thank you.
Hello all,
After 3-1/2 years, countless doctors and misdiagnoses, and never giving up... I finally found a doctor who ordered an MRI arthrogram and found an acetabular labral hip tear in my right hip, and loose bodies. Before signing up for Hip Arthroscopy, I'm having a "right hip intra-articular injection of local anthestic and cortisone" to be certain of the tear. Has anyone had this injection before?
The last few years have been awful to say the least. I went from being very active to nearly sedentary. So I'm grateful to finally have an answer, however I'm concerned how well my body will recover. The tear itself occurred 3-1/2 years ago... I'll never forget the sharp pain with each step, and yes, I remember the torture of moving my foot from the gas to the brake pedal. Since then though, the area surrounding my right hip joint has changed bio-mechanically in order to support the instable hip joint. My right pelvis developed an anterior tilt, the oblique muscle does not function as well, I have burstitis, lower back pain… I'm hoping if I go through with the surgery that this area of my body will eventually "move" back to it's normal position and function.
Is there anyone who has had this type of experience? And has had the surgery years after the injury occurred?
I was also wondering how all of your surgeries and recovery went?
Personal experience, doctors, websites… any information and experience you would be willing to share would be greatly appreciated. I'm desperate to run again. To have an active life again. I'm just 31 years of age. Far too young to cash in my chips.
Thanks in advance!!!
Dear kcstone017,
I'm the one that started this thread, also looking for anyone with experience with this. I've now met with the surgeon at the Steadman-Hawkins clinic, but the price quote is insane and I don't hold out much hope for hearing back from my insurance company. Then again, like you, I'm 32 and not willing to give up running.

From what I"ve been hearing, contrary to before, this is actually a somewhat rare injury in that the surgeons who treat it are not found easilyI'm wondering if you were referred to anyone? This guy is great, but he's also an elite specicialist, and I'd rather 'take my chances' and be able to get it done by another surgeon.
My MRI confirmed what yours did, actually two tears and fluid, and then the X-rays indicated that there is some ridging in the bone that they want to 'shave down.'
I'll still waiting to hear more and I tried to quit running, but I just can't, so I'm going about three times a week. But slow. If I go slow, it's okay. Some days I'm in pain afterwards, some days not. The longest I've gone is 11 miles. Epson salt baths after the runs seem to help (and they're a lot nicer than the ice baths I used to take).
Beyond that, that's my update. As far as your body "re-aligning"--I feel like I can assure you there. You're 31, you're obviously an athelete, and our bodies are amazing in what they can do. I'm a huge fan of pilates and in our class we do a lot of work on aligning/evening muscles. It's amazing how much even a 'normal' person has out of whack. So, I bet that will just be like a PT process.
Let me know anything you find out! Best of luck, Laura
Hi, just came across this thread and had to contribute if anyone is still checking in on it.
I just moved from Denver in April to NC. Getting in some end-of-season skiing at Copper in March I fell on a black run and pretty much landed hard on my right side. The next day I was a bit sore and by the next my hip was bothering me. I rested, did some massage therapy, anti-inflamatories and although it still hurt it was bearable.
When we drove 26 hours to NC it was really stiff so I decided to see a dr. just to be sure. My primary took an xray that was clear and referred me to sports medicine Orthopaedic - Dr. Hardaker at Duke University. He did an MRI and suspected a labral tear right away - yup that's what it was. He said many people live with them, some unknowingly. His advice was to resume activity if I was feeling up to it and see how it goes...now I'm training for a marathon and doing okay but started with some knee issues last week, going to Dr. tomorrow. I know with mine, the surrounding muscles (esp. glutes) contract to 'protect' the injury so I can get some pain from the tightness of those. I think that the knee issues are also from compensating for the hip (without realizing it) - we'll see tomorrow.
Dr. H. said that it will NOT heal, they need to cut the flap of skin off that is torn to reduce irritation and that 99% of people are perfectly fine and pain free after the surgery. So it was basically live with it or have the surgery. But he was well aware of the condition...I think it was a HUGE benefit seeing a sports-related dr. because they don't tell you you're crazy for running, they try to help you resume your chosen activity. He is a well-known surgeon for sports related injuries.
Have you tried a second opinion? I seem to remember when I was in the Denver area that there was a Broncos Sports Medicine facility - somewhere like that may be worth a consult.
Keep your fingers crossed for me that I can get my knee issues worked out and continue training. Please let me know if any of you went through with the surgery!
Hi Laura,
Thanks so much for your reply. I hadn't realized you responded already… I'm new at "message boarding".
I've looked at the Steadman-Hawkins website after hearing about Dr. Marc J. Philippon. Is that who you met? I've heard the cost of surgery can be around $7-11k. I imagine insurance would only cover a portion, if that, and then add on travel costs (I live in the DC metro area).
I was referred to my current doctor by another doctor who moved his practice out of state a day later. He was pretty adamant about doing research on surgeons as not many are well-practiced/skilled with hip arthroscopy, and not to be a "guinea pig", etc. He also advised finding a surgeon who's experience began with shoulder arthroscopy and then moved onto hip arthroscopy.
Surprisingly, the cortisone shot my current doctor had me get has helped a lot in buying me some running time. And my alignment issues aren't as bad. It's pretty amazing.
Like you, if I run slow and break it up with walking intervals, take days off in between, and ice when needed, I seem to be okay. I have good days and bad days. My fear is I only have one- three weeks left before the cortisone wears off, and running becomes painful again.
Also a huge fan of pilates! I take reformer classes two-three times a week. However my instructors are now getting concerned and limiting what exercises I can do.
So now I too am questioning do I "take my chances". I made another appt. w/my Dr. to discuss another cortisone shot and surgery options.
This I know… it won't heal on it's own, I can't quit running, and I don't want to be living an inactive life in discomfort for 'xx' number of years… that's not a life.
Continuing to do research. I've read of other clinics to check out in the following states: Tennessee, Washington, Pittsburgh-PA, and Oklahoma (www.okss.com).
I appreciate you sharing your experience Laura. I'll let you know what else I find out.
Take care,
Thank for sharing too ybeal. That's just it. It won't heal. And I feel like all I need is the cartilage at the tear removed. There's just so few doctors that are well-practiced in the hip arthroscopy that taking my chances with a local sports med surgeon (I'm in the east) feels like such a risk. On the other hand, it's become obvious I can't live with the tear.
Anyway, some research to be done this weekend, and I have another doctor's appt next week.
Thx, Carissa
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In general terms we use cookies on our website to:
- remind us who you are and to access your information (stored on our computers) in order;
- to deliver a better and more personalised service;
- record searches you have made whilst visiting our site; and
- collect anonymous data for direct marketing and promotional purposes;
We have published a more detailed statement on our use of cookies. This statement details what we use cookies for and highlights the options available to you regarding their control.
We reserve the right to expand the terms through which we use cookies through amendments to these Terms and Conditions
Ensuring your privacy
You may amend your Recruitment Details and/or CV as applicable at any time, make them private, or if you wish, remove your CV or Recruitment Details from the MyJobGroup database. These options are available once you have logged into the site via the "Candidate login" or in the "Recruiter login" page of our website.
Candidates may unsubscribe to any employment or promotional information they have subscribed to receive from MyJobGroup at any time, by use of the "My Profile" page of the website.
5. Disclaimers and limitation of liability
5.1 MyJobGroup makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to this site or its contents and disclaims all such representations and warranties. In addition, MyJobGroup makes no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, or suitability for any purpose of the information and related graphics published in this site. The information contained in this site may contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors.
5.2 MyJobGroup offers an on-line publication service for recruiters to post job opportunities and does not screen or censor the listings offered. As MyJobGroup or any of its sites is not involved in the actual transaction between Recruiters and candidates, it has no control over the quality, safety or legality of the jobs or CV's posted, the truth or accuracy of the listings, the ability of Recruiters to offer job opportunities to Candidates or the ability of Candidates to fill job openings. You will assume all risks associated with dealing with other users with whom you come in contact through the website and therefore MyJobGroup expects candidates and recruiters to carry out such verification procedures as are customary and prudent in the circumstances.
5.3 In the event that you have a dispute with one or more users, you release MyJobGroup (and its agents and employees) from claims, demands and damages (actual and consequential, direct and indirect) of every kind and nature, known and unknown, suspected and unsuspected, disclosed and undisclosed, arising out of or in any way connected with such disputes.
5.4 MyJobGroup makes no warranty that the functionality of the website will be uninterrupted or error free, that defects will be corrected or that the website or the server that makes it available are free of viruses or anything else which may be harmful or destructive. If your use of the website or the material results in the need for servicing or replacing equipment or data, MyJobGroup is not responsible for those costs. It accepts no responsibility for the consequences of interruptions or delays, however caused.
5.5 The website is provided on an "as available" basis and without any representation or endorsement made and without warranty of any kind whether express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of satisfactory quality, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, compatibility, security and accuracy.
5.6 Nothing in these MyJobGroup Conditions shall operate to exclude or limit MyJobGroup's liability for:
5.6.1 Death or personal injury caused by its negligence: or
5.6.2 Any breach of the terms implied of the Sale of Goods Act 1979 or of the Supply of Goods and Services Act in relation to those acting in capacity as a Consumer; or
5.6.3 Fraud; or
5.6.4 Any other liability which cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law.
5.7 MyJobGroup shall not be liable to the Candidate and/or the Recruiter for any damage to software, damage to or loss of data, loss of profit, anticipated profits, revenues and anticipated savings, goodwill or business opportunity, or any indirect or consequential loss or damage.
5.8 Subject to clause 6.6, MyJobGroup's aggregate liability in respect of claims based on the events in any calendar year arising out of or in connection with the Contract or any collateral contract, whether in contact or tort (including negligence) or otherwise, shall in no circumstances exceed 100% of the total charges payable by the Candidate and/or Recruiter respectively to MyJobGroup under the contract in that calendar year.
6. MyJobGroup Obligations
6.1 MyJobGroup will permit the Candidate and Recruiter to access, use and interact with our site subject to the MyJobGroup Terms and Conditions.
6.2 MyJobGroup shall:
6.2.1 exercise reasonable skill and care in compiling this site; and
6.2.2 take the steps set out in the Privacy Policy to endeavour to secure any personal data the Candidate or Recruiter provides.
7. Use of information
7.1 Information will be collected and recorded in accordance with the Privacy Policy. The Candidate acknowledges and agrees to be bound by the terms of our privacy policy.
7.2 The Candidate may be contacted by the Recruiter (or agency) without intervention from MyJobGroup, provided the Candidate has agreed for their profile to be made public and/or have applied for a job opportunity for that Recruiter.
7.3 Recruiters may only use information supplied by us for the purposes of recruiting and shall not disclose any information to any third parties other than those directly related to the recruitment process of the Candidate. Details of Candidates can only be stored with a particular vacancy in mind, under no circumstances can those details be marketed to, or the Candidates be contacted in regards to any other promotion including attracting them towards any other website.
8. Copyright
8.1 You are prohibited from using or removing any information or material (including designs, text, graphics, logos, images and related content) written, published, shared or otherwise appearing on the Website in respect of any of the Services, and for the avoidance of doubt this shall include any and all information or material contained in any advertisements or CVs appearing on the Website, (the "Content") from the Website by any means for [any purposes deemed to be in competition with our business activities (as determined by us at our sole discretion)]. You acknowledge that we are the owner of the intellectual property rights in the Content (whether jointly or solely) and that our prior written permission is required for any such use or removal of the Content. For the avoidance of doubt, use of the Content does not give you any proprietary rights in the Content.
8.2 You agree not to copy or adapt the HTML code that the Website creates to generate its pages.
8.3 You shall indemnify MyJobGroup against all damages, losses and expenses arising as a result of any action or claim that the Materials and/or your use of the Website infringes the IPR of a third party.
9. Use of the Website
9.1 The Website may be used only for lawful purposes by Candidates seeking employment or temporary positions and Recruiters seeking people to fulfil job vacancies. In accessing the Website You agree that you will access the content solely for these purposes.
9.2 You may use, print and download information from the Website for these purposes only and for no other personal or commercial purpose. You may not otherwise copy, display, reproduce, transmit or distribute any material from the site without the prior written consent of MyJobGroup.
9.3 Users must not under any circumstances seek to undermine the security of the site or any information submitted to or available through it.
9.4 Users agree not to post any incomplete, false or inaccurate information and nothing that is defamatory, obscene, threatening, abusive, hateful or embarrassing to another person or entity. Users warrant that all information they provide on the site is accurate and does not breach any law or the rights of any person.
9.5 Users using this Website will provide their normal email address and a Password and understand that access to the service will be denied if in breach of the MyJobGroup Conditions.
9.6 Users agree not to attempt to access data not intended for such user, not to log into a server or account which the User is not authorized to access and not to delete or amend any material posted by any other person or entity. Users also agree not to use any device, software or routine to interfere or attempt to interfere with the proper working of this Website or any activity being conducted on this site.
9.7 The use of the Website and the material is at your own risk. You acknowledge and agree that you are solely responsible for the form, content and accuracy of any material contained therein placed by you on the website. Recruiters are solely responsible for their postings on the website. In the event that any inaccuracy or error has been brought to MyJobGroup's attention we will make reasonable efforts to notify the person(s) concerned and to rectify the error.
9.8 Recruiters using this Website agree to pay the relevant fees quoted on the Website or advised by a representative of MyJobGroup plus VAT at the prevailing rate. If credit terms have been agreed beforehand, the Recruiter agrees to pay each invoice within 14 days of the date of invoice, unless alternative terms are agreed in writing by both parties. MyJobGroup reserves the right to charge interest on all overdue debts at the rate of 2% per month or part of a month, or £2.00 per day, which ever is the greater.
9.9 Recruiters undertaking an agreement automatically agree to a rolling subscription service unless otherwise agreed in writing with MyJobGroup Ltd. The following rolling contract can be terminated with 24 hours written notice. Unless terminated with 24 hours written notice the contract will be renewed for the same period.
9.10 MyJobGroup reserves the right to remove any User's information and/or advertisement recorded, either totally or in part, if it believes that User is not abiding by the MyJobGroup Terms and Conditions.
9.11 You will not use this website to send unsolicited marketing or advertisements to either recruiters or candidates.
9.12 Recruiters will ensure that they comply with all applicable laws, including without limitation: the Data Protection Act 1998, the Sex Discrimination Act 1975, the Race Relations Act 1976, the Disability Discrimination Act 1995, and the Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006 and any other statutory obligation. By submitting a vacancy to the Website, the Recruiter thereby confirms that the content of the vacancy complies with the Equality and Human Rights Commission???s guidance on job vacancies.
9.13 The Recruiter, if an employment agency or an employment business, will comply with the provisions of the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Businesses Regulations 2003 ("the Regulations") and the Employment Agencies Act 1973 in relation to all vacancies posted on MyJobGroup websites, communications with applicants and management of applicants' details. The Recruiter shall indemnify MyJobGroup against any Losses in connection therewith.
9.14 The Recruiter agrees to be responsible for the security and use of any user names or passwords needed to access or use the MyJobGroup websites or any of the other services provided by MyJobGroup. You must take all reasonable steps to ensure that these user names and passwords are kept confidential and secure and you do not allow any unauthorised person to access the Web Site or any of the services on the Web Site using your user name or password. The trading or passing on of login details to use the MyJobGroup network of websites will result in account termination without refund.
9.15 Any party using this service for any purpose other than those specifically stated in these Terms and Conditions shall immediately be banned from using this site.
9.16 Provision and update of information
- MyJobGroup shall provide the Recruiter with a unique username and password to access the MJG website for the purpose of delivering the Service as specified in the Order Form
- The Recruiter shall provide accurate information and facts on the MJG website regarding the Recruiters requirements, including accurate and complete Job Specifications. The Recruiter shall be responsible for all such information placed by the Recruiter on the MJG website. The customer shall indemnify MJG at all times for any loss, expense or damage incurred by MJG as a result of the Recruiters actions or omissions in connection with its use of the MJG website, information placed by the Recruiter on the MJG website, the use that it makes of user information provided through the MJG website or otherwise in connection with the agreement
- The Recruiter shall supervise and control the use of the MJG website by the Recruiters employees and Authorised Third Parties in accordance with the terms of the Order Form and The Terms and Conditions of the MJG website from time to time as set out therein, including the Privacy Policy
- The Recruiter shall ensure that access to the Recruiters MJG username and password is limited to authorised personnel and accepts that it is fully responsible for all and any access by an persons whatsoever
- The Recruiter shall notify MJG promptly if the Recruiter becomes aware of any unauthorised access to, use or copying of any part of MJG
- MJG may review the information which the Recruiter intends to place or has placed on the MJG website. MJG reserves the right to refuse to place or may remove, amend or discontinue displaying any information which MJG may consider to be contrary to the best interest of MJG. There shall be no refund if any customer information is refused or removed from display from the MJG website.
- Where a link is provided to the Recruiters website or any other external website or link, MJG is not responsible for the content of the Recruiters website or any other website or link. The Recruiter is solely responsible for the information placed on the MJG website
9.17 MJG and the Recruiter agrees that (1) Where the user directly responds to information submitted by the Recruiter on the MJG website or (2) When a Recruiter chooses to contact a registered user pursuant to Clause 3; then MJG processes that information on behalf of the Recruiter and
- It does so as agent of the Recruiter
- It shall act on the reasonable instructions from the Recruiter; and
- It has in place appropriate technical and organisational security measures against unauthorised or unlawful processing of any personal data and against accidental loss or destruction of, or damage to, personal data.
The Recruiter acknowledges that MJG is reliant on the Recruiter for direction as to the extent to which MJG is entitled to use and process such personal data. Consequently, MJG will not be liable for any claim brought by a data subject arising from any action or omission by MJG, to the extent that such action or omission resulted directly from the Recruiter's instructions. MJG may authorise a third party (sub-contractor) to process the personal data provided that the sub-contractors contract : (a) is on terms which are substantially the same as those set out in this agreement; and (b) terminates automatically on termination of this agreement for any reason. The Recruiter acknowledges the terms and conditions of the Privacy Policy and shall ensure that it compiles and respects that Privacy Policy in all respects.
9.18 With reference to the MJG CV Database MJG and the Recruiter agrees that where the Recruiter accesses and uses any information submitted by a registered user of the MJG CV database then is shall only process that information for the purposes of evaluation whether or not the registered user of the MJG Database is a suitable candidate for a vacant position which the Recruiter or the Recruiters customer has at that time, and to contact that person to communicate with that person with regards to such a vacancy. Until the point at which the Recruiter contacts the registered user (the Recruiter shall become a data controller) the Recruiter shall ensure that it has in place appropriate technical and organisational security measures against unauthorised or unlawful processing of personal data and against accidental loss or destruction of, or damage to, personal data.
10. Recruiter Terms of Fair Use
10.1 These rules are given to provide guidance to all Recruiters to ensure you optimise your use of the MyJobGroup sites, without unnecessarily damaging the experience of using our product for others. Following these guide lines will assist job seekers in identifying suitable opportunities as easily as possible, and thus ensuring the right Candidates are applying to you.
10.2 It is essential Recruiters follow these guide lines to ensure our quality standards are maintained. In line with the Terms and Conditions, failure to comply with these rules could result in account suspension or termination without refund. Decisions will be made at the total discretion of MyJobGroup.
10.3 Job Title
10.3.1 The job title must be accurate and honest, reflecting the job description.
10.3.2 Avoid job titles that use questions or statements i.e. 'want the perfect job?' or 'your next big break!' as they appear unprofessional. They are less likely to be the keywords searched by jobseekers.
10.3.3 Do not use excessive capital letters or punctuation. This could create problems receiving email applications.
10.4 Job Description
10.4.1 Provide a thorough and accurate job description. If you are honest about the content of the job, you are more likely to receive applications from suitable Candidates.
10.4.2 Take care with clear formatting and correct spelling.
10.4.3 The listed location should be accurate. If jobseekers are willing to travel, they can expand their search criteria to reflect this, meaning your posting will be returned in the search results.
10.4.4 If you are advertising in order to build a bank of CVs for a position that is not yet vacant, this should be made clear in the job description.
10.4.5 The advertisement must explain any costs to the jobseeker that may be incurred during the application process within the job description.
10.4.6 We advise you not to put an email address in the job description. This ensures your details will not be targeted by spammers. Your tracking and statistics will also be affected. If you feel you have special requirements let us know and we can work on a bespoke alternative for you.
10.4.7 Include a salary wherever possible. This will better reflect the opportunity and will attract more relevant applicants.
10.4.8 Do not deliberately insert keywords with the intention of influencing positions in the results page.
10.4.9 Where the Recruiter is an employment agency or employment business (as defined in the Employment Agencies Act 1973), it must state in which capacity it is acting in relation to the vacancy.
Job Posting
11.5.1 Advertise only one job opportunity per posting.
11.5.2 Do not post the same job multiple times, even if you have rephrased the description/title.
11.5.3 Make sure that the job opportunity is advertised in the correct sector. E.g. if you are advertising for an IT developer, list the job under the IT/Telecoms sector only.
11.5.4 As soon as a vacancy is filled, expire the job posting. Alternatively, let us know and we will do this for you.
12. Indemnity
12.1 You agree to indemnify and hold MyJobGroup and its employees and agents harmless from and against all liabilities, legal fees, damages, losses, costs and other expenses in relation to any claims or actions brought against MyJobGroup arising out of any breach by You of the MyJobGroup Conditions or other liabilities arising out of Your use of this Website or in breach of any third party IPR.
12.2 In circumstances where you are an incorporated party (limited company or partnership) the directors of such company shall be personally liable for any losses suffered by MyJobGroup where such loss cannot be recovered from the incorporated party due to insolvency or any other avoidance of liability by such party.
13. Links to third party websites
The Website includes links to third party websites that are controlled and maintained by others. Any link to other websites is not an endorsement of such websites and you acknowledge and agree that we are not responsible for the content or availability of any such sites. MyJobGroup is not responsible for the content of linked third-party sites and does not make any representations regarding the content or accuracy of materials on such third party websites. If you decide to access linked third party web sites, you do so at your own risk.
14. Severance
If any of the MyJobGroup Terms and Conditions should be determined to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable for any reason by any court of competent jurisdiction then such Term or Condition shall be severed and the remaining MyJobGroup Conditions shall survive and remain in full force and effect and continue to be binding and enforceable.
15. Variations
MyJobGroup reserves the right at any time without notice to revise the content of the site (including the services offered by MyJobGroup) and MyJobGroup Conditions. Any changes to the MyJobGroup Conditions will be posted on the site and by continuing to use the site following any such change the Candidate and/or Recruiter are bound by those changes to the revised MyJobGroup Terms and Conditions.
16. Representation
16.1 MyJobGroup is not an agent for and does not represent those persons, companies, employers, Recruiters and other organisations whose job vacancies, goods, services or details are displayed or referred to on the Website.
16.2 MyJobGroup reserves the right to use part of or all of any advertisement placed on the website in order to promote the Website, including but not limited to, in any of its promotional material or on any other internet website or in any paper publication.
17. Termination
17.1 A Candidate and/or MyJobGroup may terminate the agreement without notice to the other.
17.2 Recruiters may terminate the agreement in accordance with Clause 9.9.
17.3 Without prejudice to any other remedy, MyJobGroup may terminate the Recruiter's account and any or all contracts and Services with immediate effect in the event of material or persistent breach of the points within the MyJobGroup Terms and Conditions by the Recruiter or if MyJobGroup has reasonable grounds to believe that the Client cannot or will not pay its debts.
MyJobGroup reserves the right in its sole and absolute discretion to close any account at any time without reason. Examples of accounts that may be closed include, but are not limited to:
- those of Recruiters who have not provided full or accurate contact or company information
- those of Recruiters that MyJobGroup considers to be acting inappropriately or illegally
- those of Recruiters that use the Website to advertise websites, services, businesses and/or business opportunities in any part of the job vacancy posting
- those of recruiters who fail MyJobGroup's credit checking process, or who default on payment.
17.4 Once entered into an agreement, Recruiters may cancel the agreement at any point, however no refunds will be given and any outstanding monies due in relation to either services already incurred or to be incurred over the remainder of the contract term must be paid in full at date of cancellation.
18. Governing law
The MyJobGroup Conditions shall be governed by and constructed in accordance with the laws of England and all disputes arising in connection with them shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.
Contacting MyJobGroup
If you have any questions, concerns or comments regarding MyJobGroup or this website, please contact us:
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Tel: 0845 017 6777
Contact Address:
MyJobGroup Ltd
Portland House
Registered Number: 05452608
VAT Number: 859 3914 76


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Name a Plane & Flight for 146
- Includes:
- Round-trip flight for you and up to 145 of your friends on any domestic, nonstop route in Virgin America's network, excluding Mexico
- Name a plane (note: your named plane may not be the actual plane you fly on; name must be mutually agreed upon by guest and Virgin America)
- Gilt provisioned in-flight amenity for each traveler
What we love
- You'll snag all the seats on a full-sized Airbus A320 for yourself and 145 of your friends, on any non-stop route in Virgin America's U.S. network. Talk about a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience.
- With the round-trip flight, Virgin America will also let you permanently name a plane in their fleet. (It'll be painted on the side for the world to see.) So you might take off in your own Spruce Moose—or whatever you choose to call it.
- Virgin America's planes are recognized as among the most comfortable in the nation, thanks to the airline's multitude of on-board amenities. Surf the web with in-flight Wi-Fi and order meals and drinks on Red, the seatback entertainment system bringing you live TV, movies, music, games and more.
- To make the flights even more unforgettable, Gilt City is throwing in a few extra in-flight amenities to the lucky member and even luckier guests.
What to know
- Redeem by: Monday, January 28, 2013
- This offer is subject to Terms and Conditions
- Offer is final sale and nonrefundable. *Finalize flight dates by January 28, 2013 and travel by May 28, 2013.
- Purchaser must enter into a charter agreement with Virgin America at least 4 months in advance of planned travel.
- Charter flights are only for non-stop routes that Virgin America currently flies, excluding points in Mexico.
- Sale price includes all taxes and fees.
- Under no circumstances can these seats or these flights be resold, bartered or given to others for value.
- CLICK HERE for complete terms of private charter agreement.
- Plane naming Terms and Conditions:
- Plane name must be provided 30 days in advance of travel date and is subject to approval by Virgin America.
- Plane name will be permanently assigned to the aircraft. .
- Virgin America will use reasonable efforts to provide the named aircraft for the private charter flights, but no guarantees can be provided due to aircraft schedules and other airline operational reasons.


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ROCHESTER — Rochester Youth Hockey is accepting registrations for the second session of its Intro to Hockey program.
The program teaches the game of hockey to boys and girls age 4-8, using fun games and drills. No prior hockey experience is necessary, but children should be able to skate forward on their own.
Practice sessions are typically held on Wednesdays and Fridays. Cost of the program is $225. For more information, visit www.rochesterblackhawks.com.
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Bigger Blades, Offshore Turbines
July 19, 2012
Located near the Port Authority in Boston Harbor, the Wind Technology Testing Center is the first commercial large-blade test facility in the nation and allows for testing of blades longer than 270 feet. With close proximity to substantial offshore wind resources and a 1200-foot dock for transporting blades, the center's location also provides easy access to test larger wind turbine blades for offshore applications. More research and development into longer blades will help drive the creation of large-scale offshore wind power facilities.
The Boston facility, which opened in May 2011, builds off the Department's National Wind Technology Center in Boulder, Colorado. Since 1993, this test facility has helped both private industry and public researchers and academics drive new wind technology development, from more efficient blades up to 160 feet in length to stronger, more durable drivetrains.