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Acer, I don't usually reply on here much anymore, even more rare that I visit the site. But i'm waiting for a plane and thought I'd see what's new... and boy are there some threads really over complicating pitching!! But anyway... Mark Anderton is a friend so I'll give you my 2 cents which may be all it's worth. I suffer from CHRONIC back issues. I get the injections for painkillers and everything. Is my injury from pitching? Partly. Is it from travel as much as I do? Partly. And partly it's genetics. I know there is a "famous" pitching coach who's daughter pitched on USA and now Hal who seem to believe they are the only people who teach "safe" mechanics but, there is no such thing. There's a risk of injury in EVERYTHING we do. Obviously some things increase the odds. But, it could come down to good ole genetics. See a PT and ask about McKenzie Method of back treatment. A series of stretches designed to strengthen the area. In all liklihood, her disc is coming out. Bulging. Herniating. This is COMMON among pitchers who throw INDOORS a lot as the pounding of landing on hard floors can be tough. The other major injury many pitchers get: Jumper's knee... just like basketball players. I know Mark's place has turf but, it could be that she injured it pitching elsewhere? Hard surfaces create havoc for pitcher's bodies from the pounding. Go see a doctor, get a PT prescritpion. Ask about McKenzie method. I use it and it's helped... .before my body deteriorated to the point where it didn't... which is why I've retired. Spending more time in beer tents at tournaments instead of hotel work out rooms takes it's toll.
You daughter's injury is common. It doesn't NECESSARILY mean she's doing anything wrong. Don't panic. But as someone with a lot of pain in this area myself, I know of what I speak. Email me if I can help more. And tell Anderton he talks funny... (he's from New Zealand everyone).
Bill
You daughter's injury is common. It doesn't NECESSARILY mean she's doing anything wrong. Don't panic. But as someone with a lot of pain in this area myself, I know of what I speak. Email me if I can help more. And tell Anderton he talks funny... (he's from New Zealand everyone).
Bill