Rahim Moore Surgery
November 19, 2013 by staff
Rahim Moore Surgery, Monday morning, Broncos safety Rahim Moore underwent surgery for a serious condition known as lateral compartment syndrome.
“The timeframe is unknown at this point,” Interim Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator Jack Del Rio said of Moore’s recovery. “He’ll be out this week, for sure, and possibly longer.”
After leaving Sunday’s win against the Chiefs with a lower-leg injury, the safety called Head Athletic Trainer Steve Antonopulos in the middle of the night because his leg still hurt and felt weak. Antonopulos and the Broncos’ medical staff diagnosed Moore’s leg injury as lateral compartment syndrome, which is potentially life-threatening.
Del Rio said he was glad Moore thought to call the trainer, because holding off from the surgery could’ve had dire results.
“In fact we encouraged our guys, just remember, here’s Greek’s number – please, anything at any time, no matter how minimal you think it is, call and make sure,” he said. “The doctors can check it out, Greek can check it out. With all the experience they have and knowledge, they can help you avoid a disaster.”
The syndrome occurs when excessive pressure build up inside an enclosed space in the body — in Moore’s case, his leg — resulting from bleeding or swelling after an injury.
“It could have been something that started during the week. It could have been something that started during pregame warm ups. I don’t know. I’m not sure anyone knows,” Del Rio said. “But at some point he ended up with basically a muscle that was bleeding. That’s the best way I can I explain it – that’s my understanding of it.”
That results in dangerously high pressure and makes it hard for blood to flow to and from the affected area. It can cause severe tissue damage and a loss of body function or even death.
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