Investigating the Influence of Modifiable Physical Measures on the Elbow Varus Torque - Ball Velocity Relationship in Collegiate Baseball Pitchers.

Background: The mechanism of ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injury during pitching is excessive elbow varus torque (EVT). The EVT-ball velocity (T-V) relationship allows concurrent assessment of player performance and UCL injury risk. Modifiable physical capacities may underlie individual variation seen in the T-V relationship.

Effectiveness of a Shoulder Exercise Program in Division I Collegiate Baseball Players During the Fall Season.

Background: Deficits in shoulder range of motion (ROM) and strength are associated with risk of arm injury in baseball players.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of a standardized exercise program, during the fall season, on shoulder ROM and rotational strength in collegiate baseball players.

Study Design: Prospective cohort study.

NONOPERATIVE TREATMENT FOR INJURIES TO THE IN-SEASON THROWING SHOULDER: A CURRENT CONCEPTS REVIEW WITH CLINICAL COMMENTARY.

Unlabelled: Repetitive overhead throwing generates tremendous demands on the shoulder joint of the overhead athlete. Clinicians, therapists, and medical staff are charged with optimizing a throwing athlete's shoulder mobility and stability to maximize performance and prevent injury. Modifiable risk factors such as strength asymmetry, glenohumeral range of motion deficits, and scapulothoracic joint abnormalities contribute to the overhead athlete's predisposition to shoulder injury.