Elite Baseball Development Podcast Pinch Hit Friday #43 - 6 Little League Elbow Considerations
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Jul 25, 2025 The discussion dives into the common issue of Little League Elbow, highlighting its mechanics and the misdiagnoses that often occur. Insights into how growth spurts affect young athletes are shared, along with the importance of accurate diagnosis and recovery strategies. Emphasis is placed on arm care, overall conditioning, and the benefits of cross-sport participation to minimize injury risks. Listeners will also learn about innovative recovery tools designed to enhance performance and support healing.
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Little League Elbow Explained
- "Little League Elbow" is a catch-all, imprecise term describing various elbow bone irritations in young athletes.
- These issues include medial tensile and lateral compressive forces that produce different injury types at the elbow.
Causes of Little League Elbow
- Little League Elbow typically arises from sudden increases in throwing stress or growth spurts.
- Rapid growth causes players to throw harder and increases overuse injury risk.
Diagnosing and Managing Correctly
- Misdiagnosis of Little League Elbow is common due to limited pediatrician knowledge and inadequate imaging.
- Clear communication and structured rehab plans are critical to ensure proper recovery and prevent confusion.