Knee Injuries

[SAump]

Originally Posted by canadaump6

Hey Donovan where have you been at mate? Good to see you back here to lay down the law.

By the way, fitump56 and InterestedUmp are the guys Garth and Ozzy were dissing. They're quality guys who know a lot about sports med so don't be afraid to contact one of them.

Kid, how do you form such a warm fuzzie relationships over the internet?
You don't know how dangerous your advice may be.
If your dating online, expect the run-around.

SPAM alert

Originally Posted by fitump56,
Email Interested Ump; he will send you a telephone number to call him.

Do so at your own risk of "me" injuries!

[kcmasterpiece]

I have had six knee operations (3 on each) and had the right knee reconstructed. The rehab time really depends on how well your knee/leg is in shape prior to the surgery. At your age your down time (scope only) should be no longer than 2-3 weeks max. If you have it reconstructed (replace the ACL) then the rehab time is about 6-9 months, depending on how often you rehab it.

[Interested Ump]

Originally Posted by kcmasterpiece

I have had six knee operations (3 on each) and had the right knee reconstructed. The rehab time really depends on how well your knee/leg is in shape prior to the surgery. At your age your down time (scope only) should be no longer than 2-3 weeks max. If you have it reconstructed (replace the ACL) then the rehab time is about 6-9 months, depending on how often you rehab it.

The poster is correct, the physical condition of the patient has a great influence on recovery.

The terms "rehab" and "downtime" need to be construed within the patient's considerations. For instance, typical PT is designed to bring the typical surgical patient (knee of the OP e.g.) upright and mobile. There may be continued swelling, quadriceps weakness (visible from muscular degeneration and atrophy), limping, etc. The patient could return to work which is one of the common milestones in knee rehabilitation.

Dealing with athletes (my experience level almost entirely), we have a much different set of problems, physical conditions and end results as goals.

An umpire is an athlete. Let me rephrase. Umpires in our organizations are required to be athletic to call 60/90 baseball. This means highly mobile with one milestone being able to get distance on fly ball calls (from A) and to cover 2B from PU.

The set of goals, as you can see, are quite different than the typical office worker and the use of the term "rehab" has come to mean "post rehabilitation" to us.

Managed medicine determines, for those who use insurances to pay for PT, the length and breadth, often the prescription itself, of PT. Post-rehab is not managed, it is fee based not funds based and is is often the realm of the science-based strength and power trainer who is almost always the proper professional for the athletic post-rehabilitation patient/athlete.

[Anonymous67]

Originally Posted by wmblue

I know there have been a few umpires who have experienced some knee injuries around here and I think I'm joining that list. I injured myself on Monday night, already have a slightly torn MCL and menisucs issue as well.

After my injury, I met with a general physician this morning who told me that there is a large fluid build up and that I'm facing either rehab or surgery. I have an MRI and follow up with a specialist end of this week.

I'm at the point that I don't want to fight this issue the rest of my life (I'm 33) and think that if surgery is offered, I will do that.

Having said that, what are people's experiences with rehab times and time away from the field?

Is it unrealistic to think I could return to do summer ball? I imagine that school ball is out as the season is only 10 weeks long.

For those who have had MCL surgery how much time from your day job did you miss and what is the rehab period like?

I'm conjecturing at this point but also preparing for what might be.

Any info would be appreciated.

Alex

Alex: From what I've seen in this thread, there isn't a doctor or medical expert present. Please select a good primary physician, get references on surgeons and seek second opinions on any advice regarding surgery.

For PT, make sure your surgeon remains actively involved in evaluating both the program and your progress.

Any further questions? Don't ask them here. See your doctors.

[Interested Ump]

Originally Posted by Anonymous67

Alex: From what I've seen in this thread, there isn't a doctor or medical expert present.

Yes, well, thank you for that Captain Anonymouse Obvious.

Please select a good primary physician, get references on surgeons and seek second opinions on any advice regarding surgery.

Yes, well, thank you for that Captain Anonymouse Obvious. now the Medical Expert, I suppose.

For PT, make sure your surgeon remains actively involved in evaluating both the program and your progress.

Yes, well, thank you for that Captain Anonymouse Obvious.

Any further questions? Don't ask them here. See your doctors.

Hmm, does this mean we can ignore your medical advice?

[canadaump6]

Originally Posted by Interested Ump

Yes, well, thank you for that Captain Anonymouse Obvious.



Yes, well, thank you for that Captain Anonymouse Obvious. now the Medical Expert, I suppose.



Yes, well, thank you for that Captain Anonymouse Obvious.



Hmm, does this mean we can ignore your medical advice?

Well I hope you don't mind if I ask the non-medical expert a question . What can I do to avoid getting a sore arm this year? Pitching has brought about feelings of a tear in my bicep. It started 4 years ago, and has been getting progressively worse ever since. Advil does the trick, but I'm wondering if its effects will eventually wear off. I can throw about 40 pitches before tearing up my bicep, but then be fine to come back and pitch the next day. Nonetheless, something isn't right. Any tips or suggestions?

[Interested Ump]

Originally Posted by canadaump6

Well I hope you don't mind if I ask the non-medical expert a question . What can I do to avoid getting a sore arm this year? Pitching has brought about feelings of a tear in my bicep. It started 4 years ago, and has been getting progressively worse ever since. Advil does the trick, but I'm wondering if its effects will eventually wear off. I can throw about 40 pitches before tearing up my bicep, but then be fine to come back and pitch the next day. Nonetheless, something isn't right. Any tips or suggestions?

First, you must sign a disclaimer that you will not sue me for my lack of expertise. I'l have Deej send it over.

We have a throwing program that has worked vry well, shoot me an email or Deej and I will send it to you. It's too long to post and I can't stand the ridicule. After you get it, send it to anyone you want except Garth.

[fitump56]

Originally Posted by Interested Ump

First, you must sign a disclaimer that you will not sue me for my lack of expertise. I'l have Deej send it over.

We have a throwing program that has worked vry well, shoot me an email or Deej and I will send it to you. It's too long to post and I can't stand the ridicule. After you get it, send it to anyone you want except Garth.

email = Garth[email protected]

Don' forget to cut Garth off at both ends.

[fitump56]

Originally Posted by canadaump6

Well I hope you don't mind if I ask the non-medical expert a question . What can I do to avoid getting a sore arm this year? Pitching has brought about feelings of a tear in my bicep. It started 4 years ago, and has been getting progressively worse ever since. Advil does the trick, but I'm wondering if its effects will eventually wear off. I can throw about 40 pitches before tearing up my bicep, but then be fine to come back and pitch the next day. Nonetheless, something isn't right. Any tips or suggestions?

FYI
Throwing in the cold is a no-no; keep covered up if you have to
If the prolem is entirely in the muscle, then good news
If at the ends, not good news (attaches to bone)
Advil good, Aleve better - better anti-inflammatory which is what is happeneing ot the muscle (inflames, goes away, inflamed, repeat)
This injury is chronic once it starts
Sharppain, bad news; aching good news

Truth - unless something comes up on an MRI, muscle strains like this are a beeyatch; rest will be the numero uno and mucho anti-inflamms and then a very moderated throwing retunr VERY MODERATED like 10-15 tosses up to 50 over weeks not days.