Overhead Athletes

Why Hip Mobility is Important in Baseball Pitchers – Part 2

Not only is hip mobility important for the drive leg, it's also important for achieving a good landing position in the stride leg.

Should You Delay Your Child’s Pitching Career?

Humeral retroversion is a very important adaptation for baseball pitchers, but we may only have a short window to acquire this adaptation.

Combating Range of Motion Changes While In-Season

The baseball season is long and can lead to some changes in ranges of motion. Combating these changes can improve performance.

What is Hip Shoulder Separation?

Hip shoulder separation is a key component to improving efficiency and reducing the risk of injury in the pitching delivery.

How Thoracic Mobility Impacts Shoulder Range of Motion

Thoracic mobility restrictions can limit shoulder range of motion and restrict shoulder function.

Shoulder Flexion Deficits May Lead to Elbow Injuries in Baseball Pitchers

Elbow injuries are a big problem in baseball, but paying close attention to shoulder flexion range of motion could help.

The Role of the Flexor-Pronator Mass in Protecting the UCL

It’s no secret that elbow injuries are a big problem in baseball. One study conducted in 2017 found that 70% of 17-year-old baseball...

Why Hip Mobility is Important in Baseball Pitchers

The pitching motion is one of the fastest and most complex motion in all sports. In this post, we discuss the importance of the hip.

Assessing Resting Scapular Position

The shoulder joint can be an admittedly difficult structure to assess and rehabilitate. Shoulder pain can come from a myriad of problems,...