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Can One Actively Participate In Sports After Undergoing Plica Surgery?

hi my daughter is going to have her plica fixed with surgery, shes 13 an plays alot of sports. she really likes softball an is the catcher, what are your thoughts on her still playing that position after pt an all. or is there a non surgery alternative. thanks andy
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If physical therapy can not fix this in 3 month then you should choose surgery

i am a physical therapist i would not try more than 3 month then i will recommend surgery (Honestly )

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Can One Actively Participate In Sports After Undergoing Plica Surgery?

If physical therapy can not fix this in 3 month then you should choose surgery i am a physical therapist i would not try more than 3 month then i will recommend surgery (Honestly ) Good Luck