Jedi 1,865 Report post Posted January 28, 2013 Ugh, keeps getting worse, although at least it is inflammation only, but I wish he could stay healthy, especially now we need Helmer Considering he aggravated it enough to justify an MRI, finding out it's only inflammation is a bit of a gift. I want him back as much as everyone here on LGW, but rushing him just opens a door for worse injury. Get well soon, Helm. I miss being able to post this... 2 Euro_Twins and YMHC reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,475 Report post Posted January 28, 2013 Considering he aggravated it enough to justify an MRI, finding out it's only inflammation is a bit of a gift. I want him back as much as everyone here on LGW, but rushing him just opens a door for worse injury. Get well soon, Helm. I miss being able to post this... Ya like I said I am glad it's inflammation only, it just sucks we will be another week without him. Obviously I don't want him to rush it, you can't mess with back problems, I just want him to be healthy soon so he can energize our team again Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ram 240 Report post Posted January 28, 2013 He is a major asset to this team so couldn't be more glad with this news that it isn't long term. Hope he takes as much time as needed so not to aggravate it further. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rrasco 1,312 Report post Posted January 29, 2013 Dang it. The one game he played in we were flying out there. Just like Mick says, everything is just a little faster when he's out there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilzyme 769 Report post Posted January 29, 2013 No injury brings me down as much as Helmer being down. I get so frustrated mentally when he's down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BuckeyeWingsfan80 209 Report post Posted January 29, 2013 hope Helmer gets back soon....having his speed will be very nice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hooon 1,089 Report post Posted January 29, 2013 I'm aggravated that my favorite player as aggravated his back. The Wings just seem so slow compared to other teams. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jedi 1,865 Report post Posted February 5, 2013 KHAAAAAAN!!! Darren Helm said tests Monday (bone scan, CT scan) were negative. Will see back specialist in next day or two. can't figure out the issue I suppose it's good news that there's no bone damage. Means the problem is a muscular issue, and not bone/skeletal. Another case of "It might be bad, but it could have been much worse", perhaps... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilzyme 769 Report post Posted February 5, 2013 thing gets more and more frustrating. can only imagine how he feels right now. it's hard to stay positive about things but my god he hasn't played in a stretch for awhile. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeftWinger 4,949 Report post Posted February 5, 2013 This is becoming stupid....may as well put him on LTIR for the season and let him come back in September fully healed...remove him from the roster and get someone here to take his place for the time being... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jedi 1,865 Report post Posted February 7, 2013 Turns out it's a small tear or strain in a ligament in his lower back, but that's actually a bit of good news (in that, it could have been much worse, but isn't). Per Helene St. James/Free Press... The Detroit Red Wings got some good news on center Darren Helm after his visit to a back specialist. "They ruled out everything bad," general manager Ken Holland told the Free Press. "It's a small strain or tear in a lower back ligament. He got an injection, said he felt better right away." Helm is now under orders to rest until Monday, at which point the Wings anticipate being able to start treatment and get Helm on a path to a return to the lineup. However, there's still no timetable for his return. There's more in the story, so I encourage you to click the link and give it a read. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilzyme 769 Report post Posted February 7, 2013 oh my god, thank youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu helmer get better soon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
St. Michael (the Red Wing) 422 Report post Posted February 7, 2013 Don't want him to rush back even though we need him ASAP. Miss you Helmer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Salviaman 104 Report post Posted February 7, 2013 Wtf Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dave 324 Report post Posted February 7, 2013 (edited) Helm has played a total of 15:35 since March 17th 2012. Edited February 7, 2013 by Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Motown4013 350 Report post Posted February 7, 2013 man, this is such a different team without Helmer! Hurry back....we need ya Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
germanwing 154 Report post Posted February 7, 2013 http://www.mlive.com/redwings/index.ssf/2013/02/red_wings_darren_helm_receives.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+detroit-redwings+%28Detroit+Red+Wings+-+MLive.com%29 "The doctor is optimistic he's found the problem,'' Holland said. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted February 7, 2013 Wear a binder/brace and take it easy... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckbags 863 Report post Posted March 2, 2013 Small tear in the disc, 6-8 weeks from the time it happend ( Jan 10) . Mid March would seem about right. per khaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaan Ansar Khan @AnsarKhanMLive Helm said a specialist he saw in NY Monday discovered small tear in disc and said its 6-8 week injury from time it happened (Jan. 10) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Echolalia 2,961 Report post Posted March 2, 2013 At least we're getting something to go off of here. I'm dying to see Helm on the ice again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
St. Michael (the Red Wing) 422 Report post Posted March 2, 2013 I miss Helm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted March 2, 2013 Wear a binder/brace and take it easy... Hope he gets better but we shall see how this impacts his career. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingfan1991 221 Report post Posted March 2, 2013 MAN HURRY BACK, THIS IS OUR X FACTOR! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest The Axe Report post Posted March 2, 2013 Helm is like glass these days Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckbags 863 Report post Posted March 2, 2013 Sami Salo is glass, Carlo Colaiacovo is glass, these are guys who can throw their back out wiping their butt in the morning. Helm has a serious back injury..big difference. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites