Most UCL injuries occur gradually from overuse. The more you throw, the more your UCL wears down. It gets thinner and becomes more painful over time. Surgery will not help you perform any better than you could before your injury. Recovery can take a year or even more. And often, pitchers can use that time to work on mechanics and may see an improvement in their game. ⚾️⚾️ Many pitchers experience soreness after pitching. If you’re feeling elbow pain that’s different from your typical post-pitch
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Most UCL injuries occur gradually from overuse. The more you throw, the more your UCL wears down. It gets thinner and becomes more painful over time. Surgery will not help you perform any better than you could before your injury. Recovery can take a year or even more. And often, pitchers can use that time to work on mechanics and may see an improvement in their game. ⚾️⚾️ Many pitchers experience soreness after pitching. If you’re feeling elbow pain that’s different from your typical post-pitch
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