What factors increase UCL tear risk in pitchers?

High fastball velocity (above 95 mph), slider and curveball frequency, high pitch counts, starting at a young age, arm fatigue, reduced shoulder ER, and poor hip/trunk mechanics that transfer load to the medial elbow.

What is the return to sport timeline after Tommy John surgery?

Average 12-18 months for pitchers to return to competition. 80-90% of MLB pitchers return to pitching, but approximately 20-30% do not return to their prior level of performance.

UCL Tommy John Surgery Risk Calculator

Estimate UCL injury progression and Tommy John surgery likelihood. Annual MLB pitcher UCL failure rate: 1-2%. Predictors: fastball velocity above 95 mph, pitch count, slider frequency, arm slot.

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Enter the values for the scenario you are assessing. Estimate UCL injury progression and Tommy John surgery likelihood. Annual MLB pitcher UCL failure rate: 1-2%. Predictors: fastball velocity above 95 mph, pitch count, slider frequency, arm slot. Use the ucl tommy john risk result to inform your calculation.

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What factors increase UCL tear risk in pitchers?

What is the return to sport timeline after Tommy John surgery?