Flintoff recovering from operation.Summary: England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff will be on crutches for a minimum of six weeks after undergoing knee surgery. England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff will be on crutches for a minimum of six weeks after undergoing knee surgery. Double Ashes-winning hero Flintoff, had a routine arthroscopy Arthroscopy Definition Arthroscopy is the examination of a joint, specifically, the inside structures. The procedure is performed by inserting a specifically designed illuminated device into the joint through a small incision. and micro-fracture operation to two small areas in his right knee. The recovery from the operation in London, carried out by surgeon Andy Williams
An England and Wales Cricket Board  The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is the governing body of cricket in England and Wales. said in a statement: "The
recovery will require him to be non weight-bearing weight-bearing adjective Referring to the ability of a part of the body to resist or support weight. for the first six to
eight weeks post surgery."
The 31-year-old struggled with fitness during the successful Ashes Test series, but was still able to play an important role. Flintoff has retired from Test cricket
For the women's version of the game, see . Test cricket is the longest form of the sport of cricket. , but intends to concentrate his efforts on one day internationals and the Twenty20 game. Independent Television News Limited 2009. All rights reserved. Independent Television News Limited 2009. All rights reserved. Provided by Syndigate.info an Albawaba.com company |
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