AOSSM Specialty Day 2023 with ISAKOS with CME-1. AOSSM-ISAKOS - Session VIII

1. AOSSM-ISAKOS - Session VIII - Defroda

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Dr. Steven DeFroda from the University of Missouri presented research on the correlation between ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tears in Major League Baseball (MLB) players and their participation in high school showcases. The study found that pitchers who achieved higher fastball velocities, specifically 90 and 92 mph, earlier in their careers were more likely to undergo UCL reconstruction. The study also highlighted concerning trends such as a drop in the average age of UCL reconstruction and an increase in the number of high school showcases attended by pitchers. The research suggests the need to consider age restrictions and overuse prevention in showcasing young athletes. No credits were mentioned.

Keywords

UCL tears

MLB players

high school showcases

fastball velocities

UCL reconstruction