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Dodgers' Kike Hernandez Reveals How He Overcame Second Major Injury Rehab

Dodgers' Kike Hernandez Reveals How He Overcame Second Major Injury Rehab

Summary

Kike Hernandez of the Los Angeles Dodgers returned to playing after recovering from two injuries this season, including a Grade 3 oblique tear and offseason elbow surgery. He used a special injury plan, including stem-cell injections and daily rehab treatments, to speed up his recovery and get back on the field faster than expected.

Key Facts

  • Hernandez had two major injuries this season: a serious oblique muscle tear and elbow surgery.
  • He returned to play two days before going back on the injured list with the oblique injury.
  • Hernandez did not get surgery for the oblique tear but had a stem-cell injection instead.
  • His rehab included using a hyperbaric chamber, sauna, and cold tub every day.
  • He focused on careful, daily rehab work and rested to avoid scar tissue buildup.
  • Hernandez played his first game back against the Seattle Mariners.
  • He only had four at-bats and played in two games so far after returning.
  • Hernandez’s return helps the Dodgers by adding an important player back to their team.
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