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QUOTE (ptatc @ Mar 27, 2015 -> 08:07 PM) The arch supports should be soft but with a semi rigid arch. Go to sports authority and get the soft sole brand in the medium density. They are red covering with the yellow bottom, I believe. You just need some support for the arch and foot. If those dont take some of the stress off we can pm and ill get some ordered ones. You should stretch every morning before you get out of bed and before you go to bed. Take your grab your big toe and bend it and foot up as far as you can. Then use your thumb to massage it by starting at the front of the heel up to the big toe. You will feel the strings of the plantar fascia. Don't push so hard that it really hurts just so you feel it a little. Also try night splints. You can order them online. They are basically a strap that holds your foot up so the fascia doesn't tighten up at night. You should wear running shoes as they have more support. However, you should change them every 6 months. Modalities are things like ultrasound and electrical stimulation you would get in a clinic. We're behind here in China on the last part, haha. More likely to give me herbal medicine or acupuncture (which I've never been courageous enough to do). Thanks for the advice. Spot-on as usual. I'll probably look for them in August when I'm back in the States...or order them and have them sent to my US address.

http://www.csnchicago.com/cubs/cubs-double...&ocid=yahoo Hypocrisy on keeping Baez up but sending Bryant to Iowa?

http://www.csnchicago.com/cubs/%E2%80%98wh...&ocid=yahoo Epstein tired of all the distractions, sticks to PR points in providing 4-5 reasons Bryant shouldn't be on OD roster.

Talks are pretty serious (on a long-term extension) between the Tigers and Price from all indications coming out of Lakeland.

QUOTE (ptatc @ Mar 27, 2015 -> 10:31 AM) The rehab for it is to get the blood flowing to the area. The fascia is a think piece of tissue on the bottom of the foot that holds up the arch. The typical etiology of the problem is not enough arch support which causes inflammation usual at the proximal end of the tissue at the anterior part of the heel. So they will do alot of aggressive massage, arch supports, stretching and modalities to heat the area up to get blood flowing. If you catch it early and are aggressive with the rehab, it shouldn't take too long depend on the structure of the foot. If it is ignored or not treated properly it can last years. Any arch supports you can recommend? Have never tried them, but it's worth looking into....I know there's Dr. Scholl's. I think part of my problem is playing sports like badminton and tennis with running shoes on...instead of court or sport-specific shoes. The second time, literally it felt like the heel was broken, it was that painful (#2 to kidney stones)...but of course you can't put a cast or walking boot on. What are modalities (besides a math term), btw? I also know when I get foot massages that the tissue on the bottom of my foot (especially around the heel) is always very sensitive and tender...but I always just thought I had sensitive/tender/"soft" feet...I mean, like when you go into the ocean and you're walking on the rocks (and not wearing aquasocks or protection), that feeling just drives me crazy.

QUOTE (ptatc @ Mar 27, 2015 -> 10:31 AM) The rehab for it is to get the blood flowing to the area. The fascia is a think piece of tissue on the bottom of the foot that holds up the arch. The typical etiology of the problem is not enough arch support which causes inflammation usual at the proximal end of the tissue at the anterior part of the heel. So they will do alot of aggressive massage, arch supports, stretching and modalities to heat the area up to get blood flowing. If you catch it early and are aggressive with the rehab, it shouldn't take too long depend on the structure of the foot. If it is ignored or not treated properly it can last years. Any arch supports you can recommend? Have never tried them, but it's worth looking into....I know there's Dr. Scholl's. I think part of my problem is playing sports like badminton and tennis with running shoes on...instead of court or sport-specific shoes. The second time, literally it felt like the heel was broken, it was that painful (#2 to kidney stones)...but of course you can't put a cast or walking boot on. What are modalities (besides a math term), btw? I also know when I get foot massages that the tissue on the bottom of my foot (especially around the heel) is always very sensitive and tender...but I always just thought I had sensitive/tender/"soft" feet...I mean, like when you go into the ocean and you're walking on the rocks (and not wearing aquasocks or protection), that feeling just drives me crazy.

I suppose it's possible they use him for the Penny/long man slot, but that really wouldn't help him get things turned around, career-wise. And it sounds like Sale was coming back earlier than most predicted. They have to have noticed some mechanical issues/flaws they feel might be correctable...and want him to work with Cooper for a week or two before going down to the minors.

Micah might just have peaked too early in camp. Still, betting money's on him as the starter, correct?

http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/...y-major-leagues Bryant, Epstein differ on his readiness for OD Just watch the Cubs struggle to get out of the gate with a sub .500 record while Bryant is tearing up Iowa and see the pressure ratchet up on a daily basis.

http://www.thebaseballcube.com/players/pro...p?P=Doug-Drabek I don't think there's any way he's coming north for OD. They just want him in Charlotte with Beck and E.Johnson for rotation depth.

plantar....not easy, have had this twice in my sports career, once for landing on the 1B bag awkwardly on back heel while playing softball...the other playing badminton in 2010, both times it took a good 4-6 months to get through. Actually, it's almost like the bottom of your foot or heel feels broken, but there's nothing you can do but rest and try to not put too much weight on your foot or it will re-irritate it.

QUOTE (fathom @ Mar 26, 2015 -> 09:55 PM) Gordon absolutely threw a curveball. One of the best I have ever seen. And a pretty flat but 92-95ish fastball.

QUOTE (LittleHurt05 @ Mar 26, 2015 -> 08:04 PM) But the B1G's 3rd best team beat the ACC'S best team Iowa beat UNC in Chapel Hill this year.

QUOTE (LDF @ Mar 26, 2015 -> 09:19 PM) i never thought of that, quite possibly true. however, i would like to think the real reason, the sox spent money and went out and totally revamp the whole lineup and roster. improving the product that will take the field. another thing which is more obvious is Jose A. now if they can create some really great commercials. Sox fans=Not fooled by snazzy marketing campaigns One thing matters. First place, and looking like you can make a legit run into the post-season.

http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/03/...partner=ya5nbcs Cubs predicted at 84 wins, just outside the playoffs for 2015...very similar to White Sox prognostications.

Aiken's looking at having to take the same $2.75-3.25 million that Jeff Hoffman ended up with at 9. Since this is going to be the second time around, it would seem he has even less leverage because he doesn't want to go back to IMG Academy for another full year of mixed results and then see his draft stock fall even further...at least now, he's guaranteed of getting around $3 million and $2.5 million as the very worst-case scenario unless medical evaluations raise even more red flags re: the TJ repair and the likelihood of it holding together for at least 5-6 years before another surgery,

http://espn.go.com/blog/sweetspot/post/_/i...teur-inequities Probably the difference of $5+ million and $3 million...like Hoffman's deal at the #9 spot. Might very easily end up with the White Sox.

I thought Hickory was the team from Hoosiers led by Gene Hackman and Jimmy Chitwood, lol.

QUOTE (LDF @ Mar 26, 2015 -> 06:23 PM) Hou took a huge hit at the time, i guess if they want to not take the high road, they can say in 1 statement, " we had some concerns" or "we told you so" Not necessary. They were right to be concerned. Bring in PTAC for a prognosis. The Aiken case is very complicated/unusual...so I'm pretty certain he wouldn't recommend taking him with the #8 pick...that the prognosis for a full recovery isn't clear at all.

Brandon Webb... Just kidding. I'm not sure how well Albers will hold up health/stamina-wise over a full season, but we can't be TOO confident in Petricka/Putnam/Guerra not regressing. Hopefully Crain becomes a big part of the picture at some point. That would provide a completely different feel to things...of course, we can't realistically expect 2012 Crain. Robertson Duke Crain Petricka Putnam/Guerra/Albers/Webb/Leon/Cleto/Sanburn Jennings LONG MAN That gives you four quality guys at the back end that are dependable/reliable, and some very nice arms/depth on the other side of the pen who can all threaten for increased roles.

QUOTE (ChrisLikesBaseball @ Mar 26, 2015 -> 04:57 PM) Taijuan Walker has looked excellent this spring. If the White Sox didn't fancy themselves contenders, he'd be in the rotation getting experience. Except, in order to be contenders, they probably need him in the rotation. Dichotomy.

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Mar 26, 2015 -> 04:12 PM) That wasn't luck. Paul Konerko came back so Leury couldn't get time in AAA where he could actually work. Paul Konerko might have handed Beckham $2 mil this year . Conspiracy theory, haha? I'm sure Hawk and Paulie lobbied Hahn/KW on Gordon's behalf. By the way, you can stick a fork in Webb making the OD roster, if he had even an infinitesimal chance entering today's action. Finally...just watch, Viciedo's about to play himself off the TOR roster...if not for some injuries that will open a 4-6 window, he'd probably be Charlotte-bound as well.

QUOTE (Balta1701 @ Mar 26, 2015 -> 02:44 PM) I think he's more lucky that Saladino went down for TJS. Or that Leury Garcia was abysmal at the plate last season. Or that Cl. Rondon is still probably two years away from impacting the MLB roster as a designated defensive wizard.

QUOTE (maggsmaggs @ Mar 26, 2015 -> 03:01 PM) Prior to yesterday's start, everyone seemed to think he needed to be in Charlotte for at least a couple months to work on his command and change-up. I don't see how one start, albeit a terrific one against the Royals A-Team, should change that. He had his slider working and that is why he was successful. He still needs to work on that change-up and overall command. The media got a little too crazy with one great start which was just four innings. Exactly the same as you'll see on Opening Day with one exception, Salvador Perez wasn't in the line-up. Those K's, in other words, were all quite legit.

QUOTE (IowaSoxFan @ Mar 26, 2015 -> 02:40 PM) Is there video of him pitching this season somewhere? Based on how he looked last season he needs some time to tweak his pitching motion, he does not appear to get enough flexion in his torso during his delivery which can lead to back issues (which he has had in college) and then arm problems from compensating for the back soreness. The Sox have a lot riding on him being successful and I think they need to make sure that he is going to be an asset for the long haul. If he has corrected that, I would be much more comfortable with him taking on a major league workload. Are you PTAC's brother, lol?