02/03/2026
For a typical patient, successful labral tear recovery might mean reaching into a kitchen cabinet pain-free—but for a pitcher, success is measured by the ability to safely decelerate a 90mph fastball.
Glenohumeral internal rotation deficit (GIRD) is one of the biggest hurdles in this journey. When a pitcher loses internal rotation, the humeral head shifts, creating a peel-back effect that puts both the elbow and the labrum at significant risk.
Labral tear recovery is a step-by-step, strategic process. We don't just look at where it hurts; we look at the total motion arc to ensure your shoulder is stable, balanced, and ready for the demands of the mound.
Check out our latest blog post to learn how we address GIRD to bridge the gap from rehab to high-performance pitching.
https://www.byoungphysicaltherapy.com/blog/labral-tear-recovery-gird-pitchers/