Limited total arc range of motion increases sheer stress in the shoulder while pitching in collegiate baseball pitchers

CONCLUSION: Pitchers with decreased total arc glenohumeral ROM (<160° total arc) may undergo over-stretching toward ER in the shoulder during the late cocking phase. Pitchers with higher total arc ROM can pitch the same or faster ball without increasing loading in the upper extremity. Total arc glenohumeral ROM measurement can be a clinical screening tool to monitor shoulder condition over the time, and pitchers with limited total arc ROM might be at higher risk of shoulder injury.PMID:38446629 | DOI:10.4085/1062-6050-0565.23
Source: Journal of Athletic Training - Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Source Type: research