I suppose this is a follow-up of sorts, as I posted some number of months ago PRIOR to the surgery. My 16U, Sophomore son underwent the surgery just after Christmas, had a relatively small tear requiring two anchors and as an aside, the Doc said rotator cuff and bicep tendon looked great. Recovery so far is on track and our Ortho Doc has seemed genuinely surprised by my son's ROM and strength in each of our appointments, so I am optimistic he will play at a competitive level again in the not TOO distant future. We realize this is a long recovery, although my son is REALLY anxious to play in some capacity this summer. I am hoping that either some parents or players can provide some more real-world timelines of their own recovery. Specifically I am curious when you started swinging a bat, when you batted in a game, when you were able to sprint, when you began a throwing program, when you were able to play in a game as a position player (let's say first base due to less throwing reqs), and finally when you were able to begin pitching. My son's summer season first tournament is 24 weeks post surgery, and his last tournament is week 30 post surgery. Is it realistic that by week 24 he might be ready to DH in the lineup? Also, is it realistic that perhaps by week 27 he might be able to play some first base? His primary position is OF and secondary pitcher. Any insights/resources are appreciated! I am somewhat shocked how difficult it is to find solid information on this surgery and recovery.
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