Joe Crede, the White Sox third baseman, has opted for a six to eight week rehab program instead of surgery for the two herniated discs in his back. Till a few days ago, there was a lot of speculation that Crede might go for microsurgery. However, that has now been cleared.

White Sox general manager Ken Williams informed through an email statement that Crede and his agent made the decision to go for the rehab program after consultations with doctors. Williams is pleased that Crede does not have to have a surgery.

Crede explained that the surgery involved making a small incision in the back and this out be done as an outpatient. In 1993, Sandy Alomar Jr had a similar procedure and was out of action for 3 months. Crede opted for the back stabilization program after talking to a specialist.

Ken Williams informed that more has been made out of Credes back than it was necessary. He says that Crede has always stated that his back was not giving him that much trouble to go for a surgery and Crede expects to play 150 games a year like he has always done. During the playing season Crede took an shorter version of rehab program since he was playing. Now he can do the actual program

Most injured players of White Sox are opting for rehab program to strengthen their bodies. In fact White Sox players do not have any surgeries slated nor do they have any serious physical problems. All kudos for this ought to go to Herm Schneider, the White Sox athletic trainer, and his staff.

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