When Is Tommy John Surgery the Best Solution for UCL Tears?
For athletes who rely heavily on throwing motions—especially baseball pitchers—a UCL (ulnar collateral ligament) tear can feel like a career-ending injury. This ligament, located on the inside of the elbow, stabilizes the joint during overhead throwing. When it becomes overstretched or torn, pain, instability, and loss of performance follow. In many cases, conservative treatments like…
