Marcus Lattimore pulls off 'impossible' muscle gain in rehab - Page 2 - Dallas Cowboys Forum

Rack Bauer · 02-20-2013

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Originally Posted by ABQCOWBOY

Yep. But he's probably on a prescription for them. Would be hard to determine exactly what he might be using and what is prescribed.

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Originally Posted by ABQCOWBOY

That's interesting Jobs. I've had three knee surgeries and I've never not been prescribed some type of Steroid during rehabilitation.

What type of steroids though? I don't think Anabolic Steroids are legal in any capacity (though I'm likely wrong on that one).

xout · 02-20-2013

As a Gamecock fan I've followed Lat's career closely. He's got the work ethic and the physical talent to overcome this, and he will. Any team that passes on him in the 3rd or beyond will be sorry one day. He's going to be a stud.

**ABQCOWBOY** · 02-20-2013

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Originally Posted by Rack Bauer

What type of steroids though? I don't think Anabolic Steroids are legal in any capacity (though I'm likely wrong on that one).

I don't recall any longer Rack. I'm sure that there are differences between the type normally prescribed and the type used by many athletes but I don't know how sophisticated the testing might be for such differences in the NFL or Combine. I am certain their are tests that could determine the differences but I am not sure if those are administered at the Combine.

Rack Bauer · 02-20-2013

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Originally Posted by ABQCOWBOY

I don't recall any longer Rack. I'm sure that there are differences between the type normally prescribed and the type used by many athletes but I don't know how sophisticated the testing might be for such differences in the NFL or Combine. I am certain their are tests that could determine the differences but I am not sure if those are administered at the Combine.

Hmmm... I know every time I get my knees injected they offer to inject a steroid as well, but it's not the illegal "get buff" type of steroid.

**jobberone** · 02-20-2013

If they talk about injecting steroid in a joint then its the anti-inflammtory kind not the muscle building anabolic steroid. Prescribing anabolic steroids is not illegal if done for the right purposes. Many older guys take replacement testosterone on a daily basis.

**ABQCOWBOY** · 02-20-2013

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If they talk about injecting steroid in a joint then its the anti-inflammtory kind not the muscle building anabolic steroid. Prescribing anabolic steroids is not illegal if done for the right purposes. Many older guys take replacement testosterone on a daily basis.

mine were primarily to assist in recovery and help build muscle surrounding the actual joint. Make the muscles that support the knee as strong as possible, as quickly as possible. Basically, help the newly repaired ligaments support the joint.

**jobberone** · 02-20-2013

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mine were primarily to assist in recovery and help build muscle surrounding the actual joint. Make the muscles that support the knee as strong as possible, as quickly as possible. Basically, help the newly repaired ligaments support the joint.

I highly suspect you got anabolic steroids which makes plenty of sense to me. Hearing it now makes me wonder why we didn't do this years ago. I guess it was too controversial given all the problems we had with prescription steroids 20-30 years ago.

joseephuss · 02-20-2013

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Frank Gore/McGahee are good examples of RB's who recovered from bad injuries and had nice careers. My concern is that this is the 2nd straight season he had a devastating knee injury. That is going to take a toll on his knee.

They are good examples, but both situations were quite different.

The 49ers waited until the 3rd round to get Gore and really didn't overload him his rookie season(127 carries). That is good value as he has gone on to have a good career.

The Bills on the other hand used a 1st rounder on McGahee and he missed his entire rookie season. That is poor value for a 1st round pick even though he has gone on to have a decent career.

**ABQCOWBOY** · 02-20-2013

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I highly suspect you got anabolic steroids which makes plenty of sense to me. Hearing it now makes me wonder why we didn't do this years ago. I guess it was too controversial given all the problems we had with prescription steroids 20-30 years ago.

The specialist who did my last one was the same guy who was the head of Sports Medicine for Ohio State. He was pretty good.

Risen Star · 02-20-2013

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No to drafting a RB with a history of injuries... We have that with the current starter as is.

Agreed. Not interested. Durability is as important as ability.

**ABQCOWBOY** · 02-20-2013

I'm still leaning towards Bell from Michigan St. If he shows and short area burst, then that's the guy in my book. He doesn't have to run a 4.4 but he does have to show some burst and agility. He has to show that he can hit the hole. The guy is 230/235 and he has some vision. I like him a lot.

Stephan Taylor is my favorite back in this draft but I think he's going to be gone.

CATCH17 · 02-20-2013

He definetely used something.

I think steroids should be legal anyways. Especially for men in their late 40's,50's, and 60's. Also to help people recover faster from injuries.

They just need to be regulated.

**jobberone** · 02-20-2013

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Originally Posted by ABQCOWBOY

The specialist who did my last one was the same guy who was the head of Sports Medicine for Ohio State. He was pretty good.

Then he's just practicing mainstream medicine. Did you have any meniscal injury?

**jobberone** · 02-20-2013

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Originally Posted by CATCH17

He definetely used something.

I think steroids should be legal anyways. Especially for men in their late 40's,50's, and 60's. Also to help people recover faster from injuries.

They just need to be regulated.

They are legal and regulated. You just need a doctor-patient relationship, a bonifide reason to prescribe, and a narcotics license. Many older men are on replacement testosterone.