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This would involve going back in the mists of time lol, but early on there was much reported about him keeping a tight hold on expenses.

Got it, thanks.

I could understand/forgive costs being a decider early on in the first year or so after her USO win. But now, it would be frustrating if budget is what's holding Emma back from appointing a ft physio/trainer (whilst seeing others with less managing to do it). I'll give her the benefit of the doubt and assume there's more at play now complicating the decision...

 

[BenS97]

As Petchey said, most players work with s+c trainer during off-season and different parts of the season when doing mini training blocks, but actually on tour most just travel with a physio and they do all the exercises at tournaments in s+c coach place. This photo for e.g. is from Milly Mirkovic, the woman who handled Emma post surgeries for the LTA, and as you can see she talks about delivering pre-planned s+c exercises

 

[edenstanwarr]

badly managed by? her dad? (just curious who you're referring to)
if so, is that going to change?

if she didn't have a coach and needed a coach then that's her look out. it's not an 'excuse'/'justification'.
totally fair on the injuries, but i just think this is about her ceiling. she's been pretty injury free this year, right?

Mainly IMG and her father. It has changed now that Emma is taking more charge, though there are still some remaining pieces to the puzzle.

She felt she was burned by her advisers who pushed her to keep playing with injured wrists, and who were intent on making money off her. This led her to stick with people she knew pre her US Open win. Now she has begun to reach out more widely with the appointment of Roig.

She didn't have a coach because Cavaday quit because of illness.

Most players have about 5 injury free years in which to develop their game. One isn't enough.

 

[Marlhill]

Do you think she can solve a genetic issue? If yes and you have some long-term fix go communicate it to her. Do you believe that if she knew there was some long-term solution she wouldn’t apply it? She’s always had those back problems and since that’s the case she and her parents should now by now if there is a long-term fix for it.

I have two comments/questions?

1. How do you know that her back problem is “genetic”??? (What does genetic even mean, in this case?)

2. If the back problems have persisted for a long period, isn’t that tending towards suggesting that she hasn’t actually sought a solution?

 

[edenstanwarr]

I have two comments/questions?

1. How do you know that her back problem is “genetic”??? (What does genetic even mean, in this case?)

2. If the back problems have persisted for a long period, isn’t that tending towards suggesting that she hasn’t actually sought a solution?

1. She has stated that the problem is that her spine lacks the normal degree of curvature in the lumbar region.

2. She has received treatment from numerous physiotherapists, as well as chiropractors and others.

 

[RossG01_]

I have two comments/questions?

1. How do you know that her back problem is “genetic”??? (What does genetic even mean, in this case?)

2. If the back problems have persisted for a long period, isn’t that tending towards suggesting that she hasn’t actually sought a solution?

From her comments on multiple occasions I can conclude it is something genetic.

 

[Marlhill]

From her comments on multiple occasions I can conclude it is something genetic.

I’m assuming that by “genetic” you mean congenital???
As in a physiological or structural condition present from birth?

If that’s not what you’re saying, please explain?

 

[cricketbat]

I’m assuming that by “genetic” you mean congenital???
As in a physiological or structural condition present from birth?

If that’s not what you’re saying, please explain?

Neeed AI to help me lol, spinal radial curvature issue is it genetic ?

Yes, some types of spinal radial curvature issues, particularly scoliosis and kyphosis, have a genetic component, meaning they can run in families, although genetics are not the sole cause. Genetics can increase a person's predisposition, while other factors like environmental influences, gene mutations, and certain genetic disorders also play a significant role in their development and severity.

How Genetics Influence Spinal Curvature

• Increased Risk:
  Family studies show a higher prevalence of scoliosis among relatives, indicating a hereditary influence.
  
  
• Multiple Genes:
  It is believed that numerous genes contribute to idiopathic scoliosis, which has an unknown cause.
  
  
• Gene Mutations:
  Changes to genes can occur spontaneously or as part of a broader genetic disorder, potentially disrupting normal spine development.
  
  
• Influence on Development:
  Genes can affect spinal growth and bone development, which may lead to abnormal vertebral formation.

Other Factors Involved

• Environmental Factors:
  Environmental factors, such as radiation, can trigger gene mutations and contribute to scoliosis.
  
  
• Genetic Disorders:
  Certain genetic conditions, such as Prader-Willi syndrome and Osteogenesis Imperfecta, are known to cause spinal deformities, including scoliosis.
  
  
• Combination of Factors:
  In many cases, especially adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, the condition likely results from a combination of genetic and environmental factors, rather than a single gene.

In summary: While there isn't a single gene responsible for all spinal radial curvature issues, genetics play a significant role in increasing a person's susceptibility.

 

[Marlhill]

Neeed AI to help me lol, spinal radial curvature issue is it genetic ?

Yes, some types of spinal radial curvature issues, particularly scoliosis and kyphosis, have a genetic component, meaning they can run in families, although genetics are not the sole cause. Genetics can increase a person's predisposition, while other factors like environmental influences, gene mutations, and certain genetic disorders also play a significant role in their development and severity.

How Genetics Influence Spinal Curvature

• Increased Risk:
  Family studies show a higher prevalence of scoliosis among relatives, indicating a hereditary influence.
  
  
• Multiple Genes:
  It is believed that numerous genes contribute to idiopathic scoliosis, which has an unknown cause.
  
  
• Gene Mutations:
  Changes to genes can occur spontaneously or as part of a broader genetic disorder, potentially disrupting normal spine development.
  
  
• Influence on Development:
  Genes can affect spinal growth and bone development, which may lead to abnormal vertebral formation.

Other Factors Involved

• Environmental Factors:
  Environmental factors, such as radiation, can trigger gene mutations and contribute to scoliosis.
  
  
• Genetic Disorders:
  Certain genetic conditions, such as Prader-Willi syndrome and Osteogenesis Imperfecta, are known to cause spinal deformities, including scoliosis.
  
  
• Combination of Factors:
  In many cases, especially adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, the condition likely results from a combination of genetic and environmental factors, rather than a single gene.

In summary: While there isn't a single gene responsible for all spinal radial curvature issues, genetics play a significant role in increasing a person's susceptibility.

I wasn’t aware that Emma had a spinal curvature issue.
Obviously wasn’t paying close enough attention.
If that’s the case, depending on the severity, she’ll have a very difficult time in such a physical sport subject to endless repetitive motion.

 

[cricketbat]

I wasn’t aware that Emma had a spinal curvature issue.
Obviously wasn’t paying close enough attention.
If that’s the case, depending on the severity, she’ll have a very difficult time in such a physical sport subject to endless repetitive motion.

#I dont think its that bad, she said she had a mild spasms, stiffness and pain = and she mentioned her spine and word curvature once according to posters on EE - But I cannot find emma quote how she phrased it

 

[hStack]

I wasn’t aware that Emma had a spinal curvature issue.
Obviously wasn’t paying close enough attention.
If that’s the case, depending on the severity, she’ll have a very difficult time in such a physical sport subject to endless repetitive motion.

I just read in General Tournament Thread (Not Emma) that Andre Agassi suffers from a genetic spinal condition that is hampering his mobility in his 50's. But he's a hall of famer and won all 4 GS. In a similar vein, Emma competes at an elite level and could still achieve more. Though she might pay the price later on after her playing career.

 

[Racquetback]

I just read in General Tournament Thread (Not Emma) that Andre Agassi suffers from a genetic spinal condition that is hampering his mobility in his 50's. But he's a hall of famer and won all 4 GS. In a similar vein, Emma competes at an elite level and could still achieve more. Though she might pay the price later on after her playing career.

Apparently it caused him recurrent pain throughout his career as well. He learned how to modify his movement to minimize the pain or at least cope with it. Ed. Ps I was the person who posted about it - spondylolisthesis (now that's a mouthful lol). It's the explanation for his bow legs and pigeon-toed walk (which Pete Sampras famously mocked him for).

 

[edenstanwarr]

The source of the spine curvature report is the Telegraph article below. It is behind a paywall alas.

Emma Raducanu: I’m having acupuncture – but I’m scared of needles

Briton explains how she has overcome biggest phobia in battle to regain full fitness ahead of first-round French Open match

www.telegraph.co.uk

 

[eib]

ok

 

[eib]

Curious, what are her father's views on staff costs (and source)?

I've never heard him interviewed or even mentioned really apart from Emma recalling that he introduced her to all sorts of activities as a kid.

It’s speculation. However there was a book published this year called how to raise a champion or something about the WTA and there were two chapters on Emma. Her dad def has a big influence on her career

 

[cricketbat]

The source of the spine curvature report is the Telegraph article below. It is behind a paywall alas.

Emma Raducanu: I’m having acupuncture – but I’m scared of needles

Briton explains how she has overcome biggest phobia in battle to regain full fitness ahead of first-round French Open match

www.telegraph.co.uk

As for Raducanu’s recurring fitness issues, she explained that she has an ongoing weakness which relates to a lack of curvature in the lumbar spine. “I think with the way my back is structured, I’m more prone to picking things up,” she said, “especially on clay.”
Yet she has not opted for any painkilling injections, as these might cover up short-term issues at the expense of further problems down the line.

So emma back is too straight so she has back issues due to that feature of her spine, hence the Dr horse guy. At leats its lack of curvature and not something worse.

She gets different levels of debillitationshe says, so this must of been mild one in Seoul, but explains sometimes emma seems lacking in power and can get emotional when it comes on as she knows it puts in danger her asian swing (as she will lack power not fully rotating).

 

[tennismomfan]

The source of the spine curvature report is the Telegraph article below. It is behind a paywall alas.

Emma Raducanu: I’m having acupuncture – but I’m scared of needles

Briton explains how she has overcome biggest phobia in battle to regain full fitness ahead of first-round French Open match

www.telegraph.co.uk

This was the paragraph.

As for Raducanu’s recurring fitness issues, she explained that she has an ongoing weakness which relates to a lack of curvature in the lumbar spine. “I think with the way my back is structured, I’m more prone to picking things up,” she said, “especially on clay.”

 

[tennismomfan]

I wasn’t aware that Emma had a spinal curvature issue.
Obviously wasn’t paying close enough attention.
If that’s the case, depending on the severity, she’ll have a very difficult time in such a physical sport subject to endless repetitive motion.

Emma also has a problem with hypermobility and that is also at least partly genetic. She talked about it when the back spasm issue first came up before AO.

From this article:

Emma Raducanu backed in bold statement by tennis legend

A seven-time Grand Slam champion proclaimed that Emma Raducanu could become one of the best players in the world after the Brit's opening round win at the 2025 Australian Open.

www.tennis365.com

“I’m someone who’s very flexible and quite hypermobile. I think that’s where a lot of my niggles have come from in the past, not necessarily having the amount of strength at end ranges.

“That’s something I’m working on now, trying to limit any niggles and injuries. We have just started at it, so I want to see how that goes.”

Unfortunately, working with Yutaka didn’t seem to help. 😨

 

[cricketbat]

This was the paragraph.

As for Raducanu’s recurring fitness issues, she explained that she has an ongoing weakness which relates to a lack of curvature in the lumbar spine. “I think with the way my back is structured, I’m more prone to picking things up,” she said, “especially on clay.”

Lack of curvaure or straight back giving spasms does not sound the same as your condition, alhough even mild spams and stiffness must degrade emma peak tennis ability being professional, so emma can play but she is less effective is my thoughts.

AI to the rescue

Straight back, specifically a loss of the lower spine's natural backward curve (known as flatback syndrome), causes back pain because the spine loses its ability to absorb shock and distribute forces efficiently, leading to muscular strain and fatigue from overcompensating to maintain upright posture. This imbalance can also result in difficulty standing, fatigue, and other mobility issues.

What I observed is emma became very placid in 3rd set against babs, explains many things

 

[tennismomfan]

Lack of curvaure or straight back giving spasms does not sound the same as your condition, alhough even mild spams and stiffness must degrade emma peak tennis ability being professional, so emma can play but she is less effective is my thoughts.

I think my spine has too much curvature, not too little. So that part is different.
However the hypermobility part is similar between us. Hypermobility makes the risk of subluxation higher and it’s highly hereditary-genetic. My 10yo is hypermobile and he’s constantly having subluxations - seeing a chiro once a week is not enough.