
07/14/2025
This high school cheerleader sustained an elbow dislocation that did not heal with non-operative treatment.
She had continued medial instability, and required a medial ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction.
I used the same technique used on major league pitchers, A Tommy John reconstruction with the addition of internal brace suture.
This new additional suturing has allowed baseball players to return to play in 4-6 months, instead of the previous 12-15 months.
She did great with physical therapy and returned to sideline cheer within two months and competitive cheer with tumbling and gymnastics in four months.
Her high school team won the state championship in cheerleading with her as the star flyer.
If you or someone you know has an injury or pain, see an Orthopaedic Surgeon Sports Medicine Specialist.
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