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"I have a question about 3/2 asymmetries on the FMS. I understand that 3/1s and 2/1s are never accepted or acceptable. 3/2s are acceptable on shoulder mobility and pitchers because of the adaptations in the shoulder from throwing." I assume it refers to the humeral torsion that occurs, a bony adapt...
This is a mobility drill I frequently use with my pitchers.
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Wondering how MLB Combine tests are used for player development? See how the Selective Functional Movement Assessment Top Tier Movements, Functional Movement Screen, range of motion (including all shoulder, elbow and hip range of motion; thoracic rotation; and half kneeling closed chain dorsiflex...
Ever wonder what it is like to be tested at MLB Combine? Check out this video by Dan Sarmiento. The full testing includes the Selective Functional Movement Assessment Top Tier Movements, Functional Movement Screen, range of motion (including all shoulder, elbow and hip range of motion; thoracic rota...
What does a post pitching arm care plan look like?
We want to certainly do our recovery. We want to do our restoration, but it's also our prime opportunity for development. And what does development mean? We want to improve capacity, so we are going to improve strength. We're going to improve ...
In all sports, but particularly with overhead athletes. We have to consider load management, and we have to consider performance readiness.
What does it look like for a specific warm up? And does a pitcher need something additional or different? And then what does recovery, what does restoration lo...
Recovering vs restoring after pitching – does the word we use matter? When players become more serious about the game, they understand the importance of preparing their mind and body to compete. Unfortunately, our focus really needs to shift from not only preparing for competition but also restoring...
To reduce arm injuries, researchers tell us clearly that we should take 3-4 months off of pitching every year. One of the best off-season sports (besides rock climbing), might be tennis. Here are a few reasons that I think it is great for baseball and softball:
5) Developing spin and reading spin w...
One of the more challenging questions in baseball is how to determine when a pitcher is having pain, soreness, or fatigue. As a physical therapist, athletic trainer and strength coach, I have the fortune of working at all levels of baseball, from youth to professional. And this question comes up o...
While I am early in forming my opinion on indoor climbing during the off-season, I’m starting to come to some conclusions. There isn’t specific research on the topic, but there is some evidence to support it. Here are some of my thoughts so far:
1) Great scapular and upper extremity stability are...
This is an essential position to perform all arm care exercises in.
Exercise Club Circles
This is one of the best exercises for warm-up for the overhead athlete. I also particularly like it for recovery after pitching
6 Position Carry for Training and Recovery
This 6 position carry is an excellent way to restore the shoulder and scapular stability, bal...
