At BYoung Physical Therapy, we often see athletes who view their post-operative journey as a simple countdown on a calendar. However, the true recovery time for Tommy John surgery isn't just about waiting for the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) graft to heal; it’s about rebuilding the athlete from the ground up. What is a UCL [...]

A superior labrum anterior to posterior (SLAP) tear is a significant roadblock that can stall the progress of any athlete—particularly those in overhead sports like baseball or high-intensity functional fitness. At BYoung Physical Therapy, our approach is rooted in the "why" behind the movement. While specialized physical therapy is always recommended to address your specific [...]

In the world of sports medicine, labral tear recovery is one of the most complex challenges a pitcher can face. While a successful outcome for the general population might be reaching into a cupboard pain-free, success for a pitcher is defined by the ability to withstand the extreme forces required to throw at a high [...]

In the world of sports rehabilitation—particularly for baseball players and overhead athletes—few diagnoses carry as much weight as a SLAP tear. A Superior Labrum, Anterior to Posterior (SLAP) tear involves the cartilage (labrum) that lines your shoulder socket. This structure acts as both a cushion for the humerus and an anchor point for the long [...]

If you are an athlete or active adult in the Triangle area and are managing persistent shoulder discomfort, you know that the typical advice—rest, ice, generic stretches—is often frustratingly vague and rarely effective for complex, recurring pain. To truly understand how to cure shoulder pain, we believe you need more than generalized steps; you need [...]

The holiday season is a time for reflection, gratitude, and connection—and our physical therapists in Cary, Apex, Raleigh, and Wake Forest want to take a moment to send our warmest wishes to each of you. Over the past year, we’ve had the privilege of walking alongside many of you on your journey to better movement, [...]