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Son has UCL sprain. Has seen 2 ortho docs so far - both have worked with MLB teams. One says - rest x 2 weeks then start slow throw. Other one wants additional test but says most likely needs TJ surgery.How many more opinions do we get ? ( sons has rested 2 weeks and still having pain)

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Of all the dozens of pitchers I know that have dealt with this issue I don’t know one that didn’t eventually have TJ surgery. If they wanted to keep playing. IMO UCL injuries just don’t heal any other way. Even a “sprain” is damage and further throwing once it’s detected always seems to lead to more damage until surgery is the only alternative.

Son has UCL sprain. Has seen 2 ortho docs so far - both have worked with MLB teams. One says - rest x 2 weeks then start slow throw. Other one wants additional test but says most likely needs TJ surgery.How many more opinions do we get ? ( sons has rested 2 weeks and still having pain)

What grade is the sprain?

Possibly true that your son may eventually need TJS, but most doctors don't rush to operate after 2 weeks of rest. He should be in PT and may have to be for awhile.

IMO you need a better opinion.

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