- May 22, 2012
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So just trying to generate a little discussion and hopefully some hope as we wait to find out DD's diagnosis. first and foremost, I am not looking for medical advice or diagnosis, just maybe your story or feedback on the topic, as we cope with the stress of waiting for official word. We have seen a Dr. and we are waiting for an MRI appointment, which will most likely be within the week. DD is 14, 5'2" 110 lbs pitches 2-4 times per week, and has really worked hard to get to the point where she has a decent chance at making Varsity as a freshman a goal of hers. Last Sunday she started complaining about lower back "tightness" on her left side and mild pain during pitching. We of course shut it down immediately. The same thing happened on Tuesday and again on Thursday. Only during 100% full motion It does not/has not bothered her outside of the pitching motion. She had batting practice with no issues at all. As of yesterday we have shut her down completely as we wait
Here's what I know.
She was hit by a pitch on the exact spot of where the pain is last Saturday. Did not complain about this issue before hand. It is my hope that this is a deep bruise (or something) related to that. IT would seem quite coincidental that this would have nothing to do with the soreness. Right?
the highschool offseason work outs have begun which includes some weight lifting and core work perhaps serving as an aggravation to whatever is going on.
At the Dr. evaluation she was on her back, and the doc twisted and raised her legs in all kinds of different position and nothing reproduced the pain or tightness. this is good.
However when the doctor pressed on areas a long the lower spine there was some minor discomfort.
As an " all in" bucket dad, I'm at my wits end here worrying about this. I just cannot imagine how devastating this injury would be to her.
So, please tell me you experience of similar issues that turned out not to be a long term issue. I know the Pars fracture is becoming common, but how common? i would assume general overuse inflammation is more common.
The MRI will tell the story but in the meantime, looking for positive vibes.
If this is in fact the pars injury, is her season in jeopardy?
high school will start games in about 8 weeks and her travel team will start in about 12-14 weeks.
Thanks for your thoughts!!!
Stick
Here's what I know.
She was hit by a pitch on the exact spot of where the pain is last Saturday. Did not complain about this issue before hand. It is my hope that this is a deep bruise (or something) related to that. IT would seem quite coincidental that this would have nothing to do with the soreness. Right?
the highschool offseason work outs have begun which includes some weight lifting and core work perhaps serving as an aggravation to whatever is going on.
At the Dr. evaluation she was on her back, and the doc twisted and raised her legs in all kinds of different position and nothing reproduced the pain or tightness. this is good.
However when the doctor pressed on areas a long the lower spine there was some minor discomfort.
As an " all in" bucket dad, I'm at my wits end here worrying about this. I just cannot imagine how devastating this injury would be to her.
So, please tell me you experience of similar issues that turned out not to be a long term issue. I know the Pars fracture is becoming common, but how common? i would assume general overuse inflammation is more common.
The MRI will tell the story but in the meantime, looking for positive vibes.
If this is in fact the pars injury, is her season in jeopardy?
high school will start games in about 8 weeks and her travel team will start in about 12-14 weeks.
Thanks for your thoughts!!!
Stick