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73. UCL Injury Prevention and Repair For Baseball Players with Phillies' Head Team Physician Dr. Steven B. Cohen, MD On Q Performance Therapy Podcast
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In this episode of On Q, hosts Mike Quintans and Rob Rabena chat with Dr. Steven Cohen, a leading sports medicine specialist and head physician for the Philadelphia Phillies, about UCL injuries in baseball players. Dr. Cohen dives into the details of UCL tears, discussing the causes, diagnosis, and treatment options, including primary repair and reconstruction. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the entire kinetic chain and tailoring treatment to individual circumstances, shedding light on the changing demographics of UCL tears and the impact of intense year-round throwing.
The conversation also delves into the rehabilitation process post-Tommy John surgery, debunking misconceptions and highlighting the critical role of education in injury prevention.
Dr. Cohen's expertise and insights offer valuable guidance for athletes, parents, and coaches in safeguarding arm health and optimizing performance. If you're a concerned parent or a dedicated coach aiming to protect your young athlete's arm health while enhancing their pitching performance, this episode is a must listen.
Contact Dr. Cohen via Rothman Orthopaedics
The key moments in this episode are:00:00:04 - Introduction to the Podcast 00:01:22 - Dr. Steven Cohen's Background 00:03:08 - Mechanism of UCL Tear 00:05:26 - Diagnosis of UCL Tear 00:10:26 - Surgical Treatment of UCL Tear 00:11:21 - UCL Injury Management and Recovery 00:12:52 - UCL Tears in Young Athletes 00:16:26 - Recovery Differences by Position 00:17:33 - Timing and Season Considerations 00:22:01 - Early Rehab and Strength Training 00:23:20 - Importance of Rehab and Training after Elbow Surgery 00:25:48 - Revisions in UCL Reconstruction 00:28:29 - Success Rates and Risk Factors of UCL Injuries 00:30:29 - Mitigating UCL Injury Risks 00:34:54 - Navigating the Goals of Young Athletes and Their Parents 00:38:14 - Developing Pitchers with a Well-Structured Throwing Program 00:39:30 - Age-Appropriate Strength and Conditioning Training 00:40:03 - Assessing Risk Factors in Young Athletes 00:43:12 - Key Component of Throwing Programs 00:46:05 - Importance of Educating Athletes 00:47:27 - Rest and Recovery Timeline 00:48:37 - Relevance of Sports Medicine 00:49:40 - Importance of Rehabilitation
In this episode of On Q, hosts Mike Quintans and Rob Rabena chat with Dr. Steven Cohen, a leading sports medicine specialist and head physician for the Philadelphia Phillies, about UCL injuries in baseball players. Dr. Cohen dives into the details of UCL tears, discussing the causes, diagnosis, and treatment options, including primary repair and reconstruction. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the entire kinetic chain and tailoring treatment to individual circumstances, shedding light on the changing demographics of UCL tears and the impact of intense year-round throwing.
The conversation also delves into the rehabilitation process post-Tommy John surgery, debunking misconceptions and highlighting the critical role of education in injury prevention.
Dr. Cohen's expertise and insights offer valuable guidance for athletes, parents, and coaches in safeguarding arm health and optimizing performance. If you're a concerned parent or a dedicated coach aiming to protect your young athlete's arm health while enhancing their pitching performance, this episode is a must listen.
Contact Dr. Cohen via Rothman Orthopaedics
The key moments in this episode are:00:00:04 - Introduction to the Podcast 00:01:22 - Dr. Steven Cohen's Background 00:03:08 - Mechanism of UCL Tear 00:05:26 - Diagnosis of UCL Tear 00:10:26 - Surgical Treatment of UCL Tear 00:11:21 - UCL Injury Management and Recovery 00:12:52 - UCL Tears in Young Athletes 00:16:26 - Recovery Differences by Position 00:17:33 - Timing and Season Considerations 00:22:01 - Early Rehab and Strength Training 00:23:20 - Importance of Rehab and Training after Elbow Surgery 00:25:48 - Revisions in UCL Reconstruction 00:28:29 - Success Rates and Risk Factors of UCL Injuries 00:30:29 - Mitigating UCL Injury Risks 00:34:54 - Navigating the Goals of Young Athletes and Their Parents 00:38:14 - Developing Pitchers with a Well-Structured Throwing Program 00:39:30 - Age-Appropriate Strength and Conditioning Training 00:40:03 - Assessing Risk Factors in Young Athletes 00:43:12 - Key Component of Throwing Programs 00:46:05 - Importance of Educating Athletes 00:47:27 - Rest and Recovery Timeline 00:48:37 - Relevance of Sports Medicine 00:49:40 - Importance of Rehabilitation
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