How I Treat Elbow Instability in the Throwing Athlete: When to Repair, Reconstruct, or Go Conservative!
Dr. Brian Waterman, a leading orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at Wake Forest Baptist/Atrium Health, recently presented “How I Treat Elbow Instability in the Throwing Athlete: When to Repair, Reconstruct, or Go Conservative!” on VuMedi. His talk breaks down a clear, evidence-driven approach to evaluating elbow instability in high-level throwers, outlining when early repair is appropriate, when full UCL reconstruction provides the strongest long-term stability, and when a conservative pathway can still protect performance. Dr. Waterman’s insights draw directly from his extensive experience treating competitive athletes and advancing modern elbow-preservation techniques.
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