Pitcher elbow injuries generally develop gradually over time through overuse and the frequent repetition of highly stressful motions, such as throwing and pitching. This type of repetitive motion can eventually lead to the deterioration of cartilage, fractures, or damage to the tendons and ligaments within the elbow. Throwing injuries are common in pitchers due to the frequency and velocity at which a ball is thrown, but other athletes whose activities involve frequent throwing motions can develop these injuries as well. At Tampa Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, we work with athletes of all levels from Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg, FL.
The team of experts at Tampa Orthopaedic is led by Dr. Daniel Murphy, a Board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who serves as a team physician for the New York Yankees, and Dr. Arnold Ramirez, a Board-certified sports medicine doctor who serves as a team physician for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Our team works collaboratively to evaluate each athlete that comes to us from the Tampa Bay area and recommend an appropriate treatment regimen to help alleviate some of the pain and discomfort associated with pitcher elbow injuries.
Some of the treatment options offered at Tampa Orthopaedic include both surgical and non-surgical approaches, such as:
- Physical therapy
- Arthroscopic surgery
- Platelet-rich plasma therapy
- Viscosupplementation
- And more
For additional information on pitcher elbow injuries and the various treatment options available, contact Tampa Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine today and schedule a consultation with one of our Board-certified physicians. We accept patients and athletes of all levels from Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and other nearby Florida communities.
