DR HQ: Lessons learned, 2012
Aug 25 2012
It’s a bit early for my annual "lessons learned" seasonal wrap, but the disabling of Johan Santana triggered this column. The purpose of this column is two-fold: One, review the way I evaluate player injuries. I try not to get stuck in a rut saying so-and-so will be out 36 days because that’s what my injury database says. Focus on the player, and then situation and medical information then use the database as a guide. And two, garner more knowledge with selected injury situations.
On to this year's lessons…
Anterior/posterior capsular surgery
On September 14, 2011 Johan Santana (LHP, NYM) underwent surgery to repair the anterior portion of the capsule that encompasses the shoulder. This capsule is made up of fibrous tissue and...
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