Player on our team has knee issues. She is tall for a 13 year old and growth plates aren’t fully formed yet.
Sounds like MPFL surgery (medial patellafemoral ligament reconstruction) is in her future.
Doctor says to wait until she is done growing to have surgery.
Kid is able to play, until it gives out. Wears a brace, which helps some.
Doc says playing on it wont do any additional damage, but the chances to pain / knee cap giving out are definitely still there.
If you have experience- either post here or send me a private message. Trying to give the parents some additional opinions and resources.
Sounds like MPFL surgery (medial patellafemoral ligament reconstruction) is in her future.
Doctor says to wait until she is done growing to have surgery.
Kid is able to play, until it gives out. Wears a brace, which helps some.
Doc says playing on it wont do any additional damage, but the chances to pain / knee cap giving out are definitely still there.
If you have experience- either post here or send me a private message. Trying to give the parents some additional opinions and resources.