Lockett Injury Update

[RiverDog]

Sounds like he'll be ready for the Eagles next Sunday:

https://www.12up.com/posts/seahawks-get ... Ii2Br1d4qc

Apparently the fear was that Lockett might be suffering from a condition known as compartment syndrome, which could lead to some very serious consequences if not addressed quickly. That's why they sent him immediately to the hospital vs. back on the plane, and the fact that he spent two nights in the hospital is proof that our medical staff made the right call. Here's what I learned about the condition from WebMD:

Compartment syndrome occurs when excessive pressure builds up inside an enclosed muscle space in the body. Compartment syndrome usually results from bleeding or swelling after an injury. The dangerously high pressure in compartment syndrome impedes the flow of blood to and from the affected tissues. It can be an emergency, requiring surgery to prevent permanent injury.

Severe tissue damage can result, with loss of body function or even death. The legs, arms, and abdomen are most prone to developing compartment syndrome...Acute compartment syndrome develops rapidly over hours or days.

https://www.webmd.com/pain-management/g ... eatments#1

[Aseahawkfan]

That's some good news.

I'm going to hope for a healthy Lockett and the defense continuing to mesh and improve.

[Hawktawk]

I wonder if it was the leg that suffered the gruesome injury.

We definitely dont need to lose him. 4th leading receiver in the NFL. He's come to resemble Steve Smith. a little guy who can take the top off any time but still has the athleticism, toughness and muscle to make ridiculous contested catches look routine.