The discectomy was performed to remove a piece of herniated disc off a nerve that was bothering Mr. Harrison throughout the season. The surgery was successful and Mr. Harrison is expected to recover in time for the beginning of the 2011 season.
Read the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette report on James Harrison’s discectomy.
Read other coverage on team physicians:
– Jets Team Physician Dr. Kenneth Montgomery Examines Quarterback Mark Sanchez
– Dr. Charles Burke Performs Knee Surgery for Two Torn Ligaments on NHL Player Evgeni Malkin
– Dr. Brian McKeon: Celtics Player Marquis Daniels Returns to Normal Function After Spinal Injury
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