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Shoulder and Elbow Injury of a Pitcher

ShelbyShelby1,000+ posts
Long story short...
Son had shoulder instability issues due to overuse. And the situation of overuse...is a long story, that could have / should have been prevented. Son was sitting at mid 80's - high 80's during his junior and senior year in High School. Shut down some of his Junior year, and most of his Senior, after his elbow popped, and had TJ surgery in the Summer after graduation. Had a MRI of his shoulder the Summer before his Senior year. Nothing found. Worked with Private Trainers & Instructors, and PT rehab.

In college now as a Medical Redshirt, where he was recruited and signed a letter if intent as a Pitcher. Son is also a utility player with speed. But, college wanted him as a Pitcher and for him to have the TJ surgery. 6 months into TJ rehab, and doing very well. But, he felt enough discomfort and pain in his shoulder, that he brought it up to College Trainer and College Doctor.  His Ortho Surgeon has scheduled a MMA, I had never heard if it, supposed to be better than a MRI.

College Baseball Coach is sympathetic with him, and Ortho Dr., still is not concerned with his rehabs and being ready for 2015 Spring, 2014 Fall would be out now with recovery times.

Kid has a strong lower half and strong athletic build. Used to play as Middle Linebacker and Quarterback in Football. Tough minded and dedicated athlete. Even with Baseball Practice,  TJ rehab, and adjusting to new life as a College Freshman, carrying an 18 credit load academically,  he pulled off all A's & B's with some tough courses. He isn't a quiter, gives it all everything he's got.

Anyone else experienced with having had both shoulder and elbow injury, and coming back successfully as a College Pitcher?
"Play each game, like it's your last... because, you never know when it might be"
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ShelbyShelby1,000+ posts
Thank you everyone & ###,
I appreciate your input. I too wonder when there comes a point to say enough.  And of course, you are absolutely right, lots of players get injured. Lots of kids get good grades. Lots of kids are dedicated  athletes and work hard at Baseball.
I guess I might come off sounding hysterical or boasting. For that, I sincerely apologize.  I don't mean to. Really, I don't. The only thing at all that I can possibly say in my defense, might be, that since Michael, my husband & son's dad had a disabling stroke 21 months ago. That I no longer have someone to bounce things off of. A lot of changes in all of or lives. And still trying to make adjustments to everything falling on my shoulders. I totally emphasize with families that have gone thru serious, life altering things. We all have our problems. And we all try and do the best we can. That's all any of us can do. And try and stay positive.
So, once again, I apologize for my posts, and / or any repetition of posts in different forums. I haven't posted in months, not wanting to offend.
Thank you for your replies, private messages, and tolerance.
PS: Sorry for my previous caps. Guess that is offensive.

~ Shelby
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B B'sdad100+ posts

Hi Shelby,

 

its been so long since I've logged in here (I just read/lurk) that I had to re-register.  I wanted to respond and give you some faith that your son can come back from injury.  I will try and be brief and Hit the highlights. Son just turned 21 a few days ago and while not a pitcher anymore, is a d-1 FCS quarterback that just finished his redshirt sophomore year.

 

his first serious injury occurred during the winter of eight grade when he broke his throwing arm snowboarding.  Missed most of that baseball season.  Things went okay during fall of his ninth grade season (football) but kept getting sore arms and could only pitch near the end of his freshmen year.  Summer was okay Though.  Fall of sophomore year, JV green and black scrimmage a week before the season started he broke the growth plate in his elbow throwing a pass.  Surgery/pins etc and he was done with all sports sophomore year.  Junior and senior football seasons went well and he was pretty successful.  Decided he didn't want to stress his arm with baseball though and also felt with the differences in throwing motions wanted to concentrate on quarterback skills so didnt play Baseball.  Freshman year of JC in California, 3rd degree shoulder separation (non throwing)and badly busted finger requiring surgery.  Healed well and came back from those two but by end of freshmen season couldn't throw a ball more than twenty yards without pain.  Rest, PT etc didnt really help so he had to have torn labrum surgery And redshirt Sophomore year.  Worked hard and full recovery.  Transferred to 4 year school and worked his way up the depth chart to be the starter by game 7.  Did pretty well for two games and then..bam! another broken finger on throwing hand and he missed the last game of the season.  Had surgery 2 months ago and has been working out and says he's ready to go at it again.  Was considering trying out for the baseball team prior to the injury. 

 

sorry for the length guys, and i know its not quite a pitching story, but he is a strong armed qb so it's similar.  Bottom line, Shelby, yes your son can do it!  My son says his arm has never been stronger.  Good luck to your son and husband as well.

 

steve

 

 

 

 

ShelbyShelby1,000+ posts
B'sdad / Steve
Thank you so much for some words of encouragement. I realize that whatever our son's future holds, is out of my hands and control. So, as a Mom, you try and remain positive, yet realistic too.
Our son loved playing football!  Possibly, even more than Baseball. Attended pro camps for several years, and was recipient of awards. But, fate stepped in, after repeat concussions, an MRI found that he had a rare brain malformation, thus the end of direct contact sports and football. It was pretty devistating for him. He then put everything he had into Baseball, and becoming the best player he could become and teammate. Not long after, was when his Dad suffered his Stroke, and his Dad is his hero. He was there during the earlier months, watching his Dad have to virtually relearn everything. And watch his hero demonstrate, that one never gives up, and works at recovery every day, and gives it everything he has got.
Thank you for registering and posting. I appreciate it and your words of support. Good luck to your son!
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S smalltownmom100+ posts

Shelby,

 

I sure hope everything turns out well and your son's shoulder is ok.  This sounds cliche, but until your son's shoulder is diagnosed through the test it would really be better not to project the future.  I can imagine throwing after the long process back could possibly be part of that, and possibly expected.  At any rate, I guess you will find out soon and then have a plan.  It's definitely easier said than done, but try to stay positive.  You, your son, and husband have been through so much, and your families' courage and positive attitude is amazing.  Will be thinking of all of you, and hope you keep us posted.  My belief is your son is going to give it everything he has, and he will be a great success with or without ball--- AND-- it seems too early to give up the ball. Look at the progress he has already made with Tommy John.

 

All my best,

 

small town mom

ShelbyShelby1,000+ posts
Originally Posted by smalltownmom:

       

Shelby,

 

I sure hope everything turns out well and your son's shoulder is ok.  This sounds cliche, but until your son's shoulder is diagnosed through the test it would really be better not to project the future.  I can imagine throwing after the long process back could possibly be part of that, and possibly expected.  At any rate, I guess you will find out soon and then have a plan.  It's definitely easier said than done, but try to stay positive.  You, your son, and husband have been through so much, and your families' courage and positive attitude is amazing.  Will be thinking of all of you, and hope you keep us posted.  My belief is your son is going to give it everything he has, and he will be a great success with or without ball--- AND-- it seems too early to give up the ball. Look at the progress he has already made with Tommy John.

 

All my best,

 

small town mom


       

Smalltownmom ~
Thank you for your wise words and encouragement.  I truly appreciate it.

PS: I'll bet our small town is smaller than yours!  Ha!

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