Bullard to see Dr Steadman for treatment

goldenHuddlestone · 09-16-2006, 10:03 PM

Jimmy Bullard will fly out to the United States on Monday to see the worlds top knee specialist Richard Steadman - with Fulham boss Chris Coleman declaring money is no object in the midfielders rehabilitation. Bullard suffered serious ligament damage following a challenge from Scott Parker in last Saturdays 2-1 victory over Newcastle and is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

It was a cruel blow for the 27-year-old summer signing from Wigan, whose energy and commitment had made him a fans favourite after just three games at Craven Cottage. Steadman, who is based in Colorado, has treated Alan Shearer and Michael Owen in the past and Bullard has been reassured he is in the best possible hands.

"Jimmy is flying out to America where he will see the top guy in his field," said Coleman, who is preparing his side for Sundays trip to Tottenham. "We dont know exactly for how long Jimmy will be out. Our doctor said after the Newcastle game that he didnt think there would be any ligament damage. What happened is Bulleys hamstring had seized up because his body was protecting the injury. We thought there was no ligament damage and thats why he wouldnt be out for that long. But weve since found there was sufficient ligament damage to require surgery. We wont know exactly the extent of the damage until he sees this guy in the States. Hes flying out next Monday so hopefully well have some news by the end of next week."

Coleman insisted Bullards value to Fulham meant there will no expense spared in his rehabilitation with chairman Mohamed Al Fayed happy to pick up the bill. "Weve sent Jimmy to Richard Steadman because hes a very, very good player. Hes someone who will be a massive influence on this football club in the next three or four years," he said. "Jimmy has to see the best guy available. Any players who will be at this club for a long time will get the best treatment. When I was injured I was given the best treatment and the chairman is 100% on board making sure the players get the best treatment, no matter what it costs."

theo kawala · 09-17-2006, 06:39 AM

really poor guy hes so unlucky because for me he is there best player by far and to lose him will be a massive lost for fulham

09-16-2006, 10:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
goldenHuddlestone Admin Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 5,647 vCash: 480	Bullard to see Dr Steadman for treatment Jimmy Bullard will fly out to the United States on Monday to see the worlds top knee specialist Richard Steadman - with Fulham boss Chris Coleman declaring money is no object in the midfielders rehabilitation. Bullard suffered serious ligament damage following a challenge from Scott Parker in last Saturdays 2-1 victory over Newcastle and is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines. It was a cruel blow for the 27-year-old summer signing from Wigan, whose energy and commitment had made him a fans favourite after just three games at Craven Cottage. Steadman, who is based in Colorado, has treated Alan Shearer and Michael Owen in the past and Bullard has been reassured he is in the best possible hands. "Jimmy is flying out to America where he will see the top guy in his field," said Coleman, who is preparing his side for Sundays trip to Tottenham. "We dont know exactly for how long Jimmy will be out. Our doctor said after the Newcastle game that he didnt think there would be any ligament damage. What happened is Bulleys hamstring had seized up because his body was protecting the injury. We thought there was no ligament damage and thats why he wouldnt be out for that long. But weve since found there was sufficient ligament damage to require surgery. We wont know exactly the extent of the damage until he sees this guy in the States. Hes flying out next Monday so hopefully well have some news by the end of next week." Coleman insisted Bullards value to Fulham meant there will no expense spared in his rehabilitation with chairman Mohamed Al Fayed happy to pick up the bill. "Weve sent Jimmy to Richard Steadman because hes a very, very good player. Hes someone who will be a massive influence on this football club in the next three or four years," he said. "Jimmy has to see the best guy available. Any players who will be at this club for a long time will get the best treatment. When I was injured I was given the best treatment and the chairman is 100% on board making sure the players get the best treatment, no matter what it costs."

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09-17-2006, 06:39 AM	#2 (permalink)
theo kawala Veteran Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: england peterborough Posts: 3,138 vCash: 500	really poor guy hes so unlucky because for me he is there best player by far and to lose him will be a massive lost for fulham