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I think i pulled a tendon in my elbow practicing pitching, how long should that take to heal?

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Dr. Mark Weston answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Get a eval: If it last more than six weeks make sure it is not your mcl dont pitch sidearm this can causepermanent problems in children littleleaugers elbow.

Dr Eitner and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/29/2018

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