This is what Dr. David Chao (former head physician for the San Diego Chargers) had to say on Twitter about Tony Romos back injury. - Transverse process fractures are very painful but NOT structural. NO risk of nerve/paralysis. Possible to play. - Tony Romos transverse process fractures are not related to previous surgery. Point of impact was too high and to the side. - Whether Romo plays will depend on pain, muscle spasm and effectiveness. Coaching decision more than medical decision. - Fractures take 6 weeks to heal. Romo will play in 0-2 weeks. Dont need transverse process to heal to play. They often never heal. Non-structural. - Transverse process fractures can get worse and more painful if hit but will not cause nerve damage, become long term or need surgery.
Posted on: Sat, 01 Nov 2014 22:39:33 +0000