Parents Any parents of gymnasts with Pectus Excavatum?

[EastCoast]

Our DD 8.5yo Level4/Prep Op was evaluated last summer during one of her growth spurts and it was determined that she will have to undergo surgery to correct her funnel chest. They originally expected it would be next summer, however she is now having diffuculty breathing during warm ups. From what we know now, no surgery is not an option so it's not a matter of if.....it's just when. She is supposed to be out of the gym for 8 wks, light conditioning for the next 4, then can return to strenuous training at 3 months.

If any of you have had experience with this condition or know of anyone who has, feedback on the recovery and return to training would be much appreciated.

With Blessings and Wishes for a Happy Mothers Day to All!!!

EastCoast

roposetoast:

 

[Deleted member D3987]

yes. a buddy of mine had a gymnast with the same. had corrective surgery. went on to a full athletic scholarship. follow the Docs instructions and that of the PT. seems scary, and surgery is, but she'll be fine.

 

[EastCoast]

Thanks very much for the reply. That's reassuring!
Her surgeon said she will probably excel after about 6 months becuase she'll be able to breath so much better.
But yes, the thought of her enduring the pain and recovery is tough.