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Eldridge A, Lohman E, Asavasopon S, Gharibvand L, Michener L. External handheld loads affect scapular elevation and upward rotation during shoulder elevation tasks. Int Biomech 2024; 11:1-8. [PMID: 38501436 PMCID: PMC10953777 DOI: 10.1080/23335432.2024.2332212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2023] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 03/20/2024] Open
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Altered scapular kinematics is associated with shoulder pain. Resistance exercise is a common treatment; however, the effects of lifting an external load on scapular kinematics is limited. Understanding whether an external handheld load affects scapular kinematics in a healthy population can provide normal values utilized for comparison to individuals with shoulder pain. Currently, no studies have examined the effect of incrementally increased handheld loads. We defined the effects of varying external handheld loads on scapular kinematics during a shoulder elevation task. Healthy participants (n = 50) elevated their shoulder in the scapular plane over 4 trials. One trial of no loading (control) and 3 trials with incrementally increased external handheld loads. Scapular kinematic rotations and translations were measured during ascent and descent phases using 3D motion capture. Compared to no load, the highest external load during ascent increased scapular elevation [mean difference = 3.2 degrees (95%CI: 0.9, 5.4), p = 0.006], and during descent increased scapular elevation [mean difference = 3.9 degrees (95%CI: 2.8, 5.1), p < 0.001] and increased scapular upward rotation [mean difference = 4.5 degrees (95%CI: 2.4, 6.6), p < 0.001]. External handheld loads result in small increases in scapular elevation and scapular upward rotation. These results should be utilized as normal values to compare to individuals with shoulder pain.
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- Alan Eldridge
- Physical Therapy Department, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA, US
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- Physical Therapy Department, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA, US
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- Division of Biokinesiology & Physical Therapy, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, US
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- Physical Therapy Department, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA, US
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- Division of Biokinesiology & Physical Therapy, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, US
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Glover MA, Fiegen AP, Bullock GS, Nicholson KF, Trasolini NA, Waterman BR. Management of Shoulder Instability in the Overhead Athletes. Clin Sports Med 2024; 43:683-703. [PMID: 39232574 DOI: 10.1016/j.csm.2024.03.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/06/2024]
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Overhead athletes with anterior, posterior, and multidirectional shoulder instability present with a wide range of symptoms, especially considering the injury mechanism and affected supportive structures. As such, the management of shoulder instability is widely variable and relies on rehabilitation, operative management, and sport-specific considerations, such as positional and seasonal demands on the athlete. Biomechanical analysis may further aid in the recovery process or serve as a predictive tool to identify an increased risk for injury.
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- Mark A Glover
- Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC, USA.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
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Pletcher ER, Bordelon NM, Oliver GD, Lovalekar M, Gorse K, Nagai T, Connaboy C. The influence of a simulated game on muscular strength in female high-school and collegiate softball pitchers. Sports Biomech 2024; 23:1210-1218. [PMID: 34134606 DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2021.1941229] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2020] [Accepted: 06/04/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Softball pitchers often pitch several games within a day and over consecutive days during a competitive season. High volumes of pitches thrown can decrease muscular strength, resulting in less proximal force generation and upper extremity compensation to maintain performance. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to assess upper and lower extremity muscular strength after pitching in a simulated game. Fourteen softball pitchers (17.9 ± 2.3 years, 166.4 ± 8.7 cm, 72.2 ± 12.6 kg) completed baseline isokinetic strength assessment for knee, hip, trunk and pitching elbow flexion and extension as well as trunk rotation. Seven days later, participants pitched a simulated game consisting of 105 fastballs prior to repeating all strength assessments. Changes in muscular strength were assessed using paired samples t-tests, with significance set a priori as p ≤ 0.05. Normalised (%BW) stride leg knee extension peak torque was significantly higher (p = 0.020) post-simulated game (75.1 ± 24.6%BW) as compared to baseline (64.0 ± 19.5%BW) and trunk flexion peak torque was significantly higher (p = 0.009) post-simulated game (84.8 ± 47.0%BW) as compared to baseline (63.5 ± 47.1%BW). This study showed an increase in knee extension and trunk flexion strength after an acute bout of pitching. The findings give insight into muscular changes following pitching which can assist in appropriate softball training and recovery.
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- Erin R Pletcher
- Department of Exercise Science, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Sports Medicine & Movement Laboratory, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, USA
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- Sports Medicine & Movement Laboratory, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, AL, USA
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- Neuromuscular Research Laboratory, Department of Sports Medicine and Nutrition, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Department of Athletic Training, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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- Biomechanics Laboratories, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Neuromuscular Research Laboratory, Department of Sports Medicine and Nutrition, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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Steele MC, Lavorgna TR, Ierulli VK, Mulcahey MK. Risk Factors for Shoulder Injuries in Female Athletes Playing Overhead Sports: A Systematic Review. Sports Health 2024:19417381241259987. [PMID: 38898813 DOI: 10.1177/19417381241259987] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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CONTEXT Sports involving overhead motions put substantial biomechanical demands on the shoulder and may result in injuries. OBJECTIVE To determine risk factors (RFs) for shoulder injuries in female athletes who play overhead sports and evaluate strategies to reduce shoulder injuries in these athletes. DATA SOURCES A systematic electronic search was performed according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines. Databases included were PubMed, Tulane Matas Library Search Engine, and Google Scholar, with search terms: "Overhead injuries/Shoulder AND female athletes AND Risk Factors." STUDY SELECTION Of the initial 1574 studies identified, 314 were evaluated for eligibility by full-text review and 291 studies were excluded. Overall, 23 studies were included in this study. Studies were published from 2000 to 2021, subject age range was 15 to 35 years, with documented prevalence of shoulder injuries in female athletes playing overhead sports. STUDY DESIGN Systematic review. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 2. DATA EXTRACTION Two independent researchers completed abstract and full-text review. Data extraction used the Covidence and Cochrane Consumer guide template. RESULTS Volleyball was the most common sport with shoulder injuries (6/23; 26%) followed by softball 5/23 (22%), swimming 5/23 (22%), gymnastics 4/23 (17%), tennis 3/23 (13%), water polo 2/23 (8%), and basketball 1/23 (4%). Six RFs (dominant shoulder, volume/overuse, time in sport, older age at time of injury, past injury, and multidirectional instability) were described. Of the 23 studies, 9 (39%) identified the dominant shoulder as a RF for sustaining injury (mean risk ratio [RR], 2.04), while 6 (26%) cited volume of repetition and overuse as a prominent RF (RR, 1.45). CONCLUSION This systematic review demonstrates important RFs for shoulder injuries in female athletes associated with playing overhead sports. Multiple prevention strategies are described. Prevention programs are helpful in reducing the risk of reinjury.
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- Malia C Steele
- Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, Louisiana
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- Department of Rehabilitation and Orthopaedic Surgery, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois
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Hohmann E. Editorial Commentary: Recurrence Rates Following Arthroscopic Bankart Repair Differ Among Contact and Collision Sports and Are Higher in Collision Sports. Arthroscopy 2024; 40:540-542. [PMID: 38296450 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2023.08.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Revised: 08/13/2023] [Accepted: 08/15/2023] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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Collision and contact sports athletes are at higher risk of shoulder dislocations. In collision sports such as boxing, ice hockey, rugby, football, and various martial arts, the athlete purposely hits or collides with other athletes or objects with substantial force, whereas in contact sports such as basketball, field hockey, wrestling, and soccer, the athlete makes regular contact with other athletes but with substantially less force. Return-to-sports rates following arthroscopic shoulder stabilization are above 90%. Risk factors for a recurrent shoulder dislocation include younger age, previous dislocations, generalized hyperlaxity, an instability severity index score above 3, off-track lesions, glenoid bone loss, and participation in contact and collision sports. However, data from a recent study have shown that the rate of recurrence varies among different contact sports as both kinematics and kinetics are clearly different. Ice hockey (ES, 0.72) has been identified as the collision sport with the highest recurrence rate. Wrestling (ES, 0.33), rugby (ES, 0.23), martial arts (ES, 0.20), and boxing (ES, 0.18) had similar recurrence rates, but the effect sizes were 3 times lower when compared to ice hockey. The lowest recurrence rates were observed in field hockey (ES, 0.04), football (ES, 0.06), and soccer (ES, 0.06). The sample size was sufficient, but the moderate risk of bias and study quality suggest that the true effect will most likely be markedly different from the estimated effect. Although common sense dictates that recurrence rates should be different, scientific evidence is not supporting this motion, and the findings should be viewed with some caution.
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Adeel M, Lin BS, Chaudhary MA, Chen HC, Peng CW. Effects of Strengthening Exercises on Human Kinetic Chains Based on a Systematic Review. J Funct Morphol Kinesiol 2024; 9:22. [PMID: 38249099 PMCID: PMC10801545 DOI: 10.3390/jfmk9010022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 01/23/2024] Open
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Kinetic chains (KCs) are primarily affected by the load of different activities that recruit muscles from different regions. We explored the effects of strengthening exercises on KCs through muscle activation. Four databases were searched from 1990 to 2019. The muscles of each KC, their surface electromyography (sEMG), and the exercises conducted were reported. We found 36 studies that presented muscle activation using the percent (%) maximal voluntary isometric contraction (MVIC) or average sEMG for nine KCs in different regions. The % MVIC is presented as the following four categories: low (≤20%), moderate (21~40%), high (41~60%), and very high (>60%). Only four studies mentioned muscle activation in more than three KCs, while the remaining studies reported inconsistent sEMG processing, lacked normalization, and muscle activation in one or two KCs. The roles of stabilizers and the base of support in overhead throwing mobility using balance exercises were examined, and the concentric phase of chin-up and lat pull-down activated the entire KC by recruiting multiple muscles. Also, deep-water running was shown to prevent the risk of falls and enhance balance and stability. In addition, low-load trunk rotations improved the muscles of the back and external oblique activation. Based on this study's findings, closed-chain exercises activate more groups of muscles in a kinetic chain than open-chain exercises. However, no closed or open chain exercise can activate optimal KCs.
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- Muhammad Adeel
- Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering, National Taipei University, New Taipei City 23741, Taiwan; (M.A.); (B.-S.L.)
- School of Biomedical Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Taipei Medical University, 250 Wuxing Street, Taipei 11031, Taiwan
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- Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering, National Taipei University, New Taipei City 23741, Taiwan; (M.A.); (B.-S.L.)
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan;
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Shuang Ho Hospital, Taipei Medical University, New Taipei City 23561, Taiwan
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- School of Biomedical Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, Taipei Medical University, 250 Wuxing Street, Taipei 11031, Taiwan
- School of Gerontology and Long-Term Care, College of Nursing, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan
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Alonso-Muñoz MB, Calvache-Mateo A, Martín-Núñez J, López-López L, Navas-Otero A, Heredia-Ciuró A, Valenza MC. Musculoskeletal, Functional and Performance Impairment in Female Overhead Athletes with a Previous Shoulder Injury. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 12:21. [PMID: 38200927 PMCID: PMC10779138 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12010021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2023] [Revised: 12/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Shoulder injuries are substantial problems in overhead athletes, and more studies are necessary to deepen the knowledge on this type of injury. The objective of this study was to compare the overall function and performance of female overhead athletes with and without a previous history of shoulder injuries. METHODS In this cross-sectional study, female overhead athletes with and without a previous shoulder injury were included. Muscular impairment, the stability of the shoulder, strength, scapular dyskinesia, functionality and sports performance were evaluated. A total of 50 females were included. RESULTS There were significant differences in strength (p = 0.046) and stability (p = 0.039) between groups, with a poorer score in the group with a history of shoulder injury. Regarding scapular dyskinesia, significant differences were also observed between groups (p = 0.048), with higher levels of dyskinesia in the group with previous shoulder injury. Also, muscular impairment showed significant differences between groups for the three muscles evaluated (p < 0.005). Additionally, the group without a previous shoulder injury presented with a significantly greater score in functionality (p = 0.046) and sports performance (p = 0.004). CONCLUSION In conclusion, previous shoulder injuries are an important factor to take into account in female overhead athletes. Players with a history of shoulder injury present clinical impairments during the game, leading to poorer functional status and performance in sport.
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- Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Av. De la Ilustración, 60, 18071 Granada, Spain; (M.B.A.-M.); (A.C.-M.); (J.M.-N.); (A.N.-O.); (A.H.-C.); (M.C.V.)
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Fujii S, Tanabe T, Miaki H, Kosaka M. Relationship between shoulder rotation deficit and elbow instability in healthy baseball players. J Sports Med Phys Fitness 2023; 63:1317-1323. [PMID: 37791827 DOI: 10.23736/s0022-4707.23.15143-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/05/2023]
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BACKGROUND Elbow valgus instability is a risk factor for elbow medial collateral ligament injury. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between shoulder range of motion and elbow valgus instability using an ultrasound imaging system. A questionnaire and ultrasound examination were used for the study. METHODS Thirty-seven high school baseball players (15-18 years) with no history of shoulder or elbow disorders were included. Shoulder range of motion was measured at 90° of adduction, 10° of horizontal adduction, and 90° of elbow flexion in the supine resting position. To evaluate elbow valgus instability, an ultrasound imaging system was used to measure the shortest distance from the apex of the ulnar capitulum to the humeral glenoid with 2.5 kg of valgus stress applied to the ulnohumeral joint. The presence of elbow valgus instability was determined by the value obtained by subtracting the joint space distance on the non-throwing side from that on the throwing side. Student's t-test was applied for the range of shoulder rotation between the two groups, and Pearson's correlation coefficient was used for the relationship between the range of shoulder rotation and elbow instability. Statistical significance was set at 5%. RESULTS The range of internal and total shoulder rotation was significantly lower in participants with elbow valgus instability than those without elbow valgus instability (P<0.001). In addition, a significant moderate correlation was found in the range of internal (r=0.608, P<0.001) and total shoulder (r=0.479, P<0.001) rotations. CONCLUSIONS Decreased shoulder range of motion may affect elbow valgus instability.
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- Shohei Fujii
- Division of Rehabilitation, Department of Physical Therapy, Fukui General Hospital, Fukui, Japan -
- Kanazawa University Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Health Sciences, Department of Health Sciences, Kanazawa, Japan -
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- Division of Rehabilitation, Department of Physical Therapy, Fukui General Hospital, Fukui, Japan
- Kanazawa University Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Health Sciences, Department of Health Sciences, Kanazawa, Japan
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- Kanazawa University Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Health Sciences, Department of Health Sciences, Kanazawa, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Fukui General Hospital, Fukui, Japan
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Wasserberger KW, Giordano KA. Ground reaction forces in baseball pitching: temporal associations with pitch velocity among high-velocity pitchers. Sports Biomech 2023:1-15. [PMID: 37991012 DOI: 10.1080/14763141.2023.2284828] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2022] [Accepted: 11/03/2023] [Indexed: 11/23/2023]
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How baseball pitchers interact with the ground is an important aspect of pitching technique and performance. Previous studies on ground reaction forces in baseball pitching have largely been limited to pitchers at the youth or adolescent level, with only a few studies examining higher velocity pitchers. Additionally, previous studies have limited their analyses to only peak kinetic values, neglecting any temporal importance of when these peak values occur. Therefore, our purpose was to provide normative ground reaction force values and examine the associations between pitch velocity and ground reaction forces in high-velocity pitchers. We retrospectively extracted pitch velocities as well as rear and lead leg ground reaction force data from internal databases for 105 high-velocity pitchers. We analysed the associations between the full ground reaction force time series and pitch velocity using statistical parametric mapping regression. Regression analysis revealed pitch velocity significantly predicted lead leg braking ground reaction force from approximately 27% to 35% of the period between front foot contact and ball release. These data reinforce the importance of effective braking forces for achieving maximal pitch velocities. Additionally, our observed peak ground reaction force values were considerably higher than those previously reported.
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Creighton University, Phoenix, AZ, USA
- Institute of Sports Performance and Orthopedic Therapy, Holy Cross Health, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
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Nagamoto H, Kimura R, Hata E, Kumai T. Disabled throwing shoulder/elbow players have high rates of impaired foot function. Res Sports Med 2023; 31:679-686. [PMID: 35139696 DOI: 10.1080/15438627.2022.2038160] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2021] [Accepted: 01/16/2022] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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The prevalence of impaired foot function and floating toes of 91 baseball players with disabled throwing shoulder or elbow were retrospectively investigated. Foot function was evaluated by foot "rock paper scissors" and floating toes were confirmed if none of the toes made contact with the mat in standing posture. The prevalence of impaired foot function and floating toes and the relationship between between them were determined. Abnormal foot function was observed in 83 players (91%); of those, 73 players (88%) also had floating toes, and the prevalence was statistically significant compared to those without it (12%) (P < 0.001). Floating toes were observed in 74 players (81%); of those, 73 players (99%) had impaired foot function, and the prevalence was also statistically significant compared to those without them (59%) (P < 0.001). Baseball players with disabled throwing shoulder or elbow have high rates of impaired foot function and floating toes.
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- Hideaki Nagamoto
- Graduate School of Sport Sciences, Waseda University, Tokorozawa, Saitama, Japan
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kurihara Central Hospital, Kurihara, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kurihara Central Hospital, Kurihara, Japan
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Kurihara Central Hospital, Kurihara, Japan
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, Waseda University, Tokorozawa, Saitama, Japan
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Hanks MM, Schnorenberg AJ, Lee KK, Slavens BA. Three-Dimensional Biomechanics of the Trunk and Upper Extremity During Overhead Throwing in Wheelchair Lacrosse Athletes With Spinal Cord Injury. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2023; 102:365-371. [PMID: 35152250 DOI: 10.1097/phm.0000000000001989] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Quantify differences in overhead throwing kinematics between wheelchair lacrosse athletes with spinal cord injury and able-bodied lacrosse athletes. DESIGN This is a cross-sectional, prospective study. Motion analysis captured overhead throwing motions of five wheelchair lacrosse athletes with spinal cord injury and six able-bodied lacrosse athletes seated in a wheelchair and standing. Three-dimensional thorax and dominant arm sternoclavicular, acromioclavicular, glenohumeral, elbow, and wrist joint angles, ranges of motion, as well as angular velocities were computed using an inverse kinematics model. Nonparametric tests assessed group differences ( P < 0.05). RESULTS Participants with spinal cord injury exhibited less peak thorax axial rotation, ranges of motion, and angular velocity, as well as greater wrist flexion than able-bodied participants seated. Participants with spinal cord injury exhibited less peak thorax axial rotation and lateral bending, ranges of motion, and three-dimensional angular velocities; less peak two-dimensional sternoclavicular joint motion, ranges of motion, and peak angular velocities; less peak acromioclavicular joint protraction angular velocity; less glenohumeral joint adduction-abduction and internal-external rotation motion, ranges of motion, and angular velocities; and greater wrist flexion than able-bodied participants standing. CONCLUSIONS Kinematic differences were observed between groups, with athletes with spinal cord injury exhibiting less thorax and upper extremity joint motion and slower joint angular velocities than able-bodied athletes. This knowledge may provide insights for movement patterns and potential injury risk in wheelchair lacrosse.
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- Matthew M Hanks
- From the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences & Technology, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin (MMH, AJS, BAS); Spinal Cord Injury Center, Clement J. Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin (KKL, BAS); and Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin (KKL)
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Machado EDM, Haik MN, Ferreira JK, da Silva Santos JF, Camargo PR, Mendonça LDM. Association of trunk and lower limb factors with shoulder complaints and sport performance in overhead athletes: A systematic review including GRADE recommendations and meta-analysis. Phys Ther Sport 2023; 60:112-131. [PMID: 36791672 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2023.01.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2022] [Revised: 01/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/30/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To identify the association of trunk and lower limb factors with shoulder complaints and sport performance in overhead athletes. METHODS Search performed at PubMed/Medline, Embase, CINAHL, LILACS, Cochrane, Web of Science and SPORTDiscus for observational studies. Methodological quality and strength of the evidence was assessed with the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale and GRADE. Meta-analysis and effects sizes analysis were calculated when possible. RESULTS Sixty-five studies were included. Low to very-low evidence suggests no association of trunk/lower limb strength, endurance, power, jump or balance with shoulder complaints and/or throwing performance. Athletes with shoulder complaints performed worse in trunk stability and endurance tests (mean difference: -6.83 (95%CI: -8.78, -4.88)). Athletes with high throwing performance presented better results in CMJ, horizontal jump, power measures and knee extension strength. For swimmers, there was no association of trunk/lower limb endurance with shoulder complaints (moderate evidence) and no association of balance and swimming performance (low evidence). Better trunk/lower limb strength, power and vertical jumps measures were associated with better swimming performance. CONCLUSIONS In methodologically similar studies, some trunk/lower limb outcomes are associated with shoulder complaint or sport/swimming performance. Results should be considered with caution and future studies should use better methodologies.
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- Eliane de Morais Machado
- Post-Graduate Program in Physical Therapy (PPGFt), Universidade Federal de Sao Carlos (UFSCar), Sao Carlos, Brazil; Laboratory of Analysis and Intervention of the Shoulder Complex, Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal de São Carlos, Sao Carlos, Brazil
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- Post-Graduate Program in Physical Therapy (PPGFt), Universidade Federal de Sao Carlos (UFSCar), Sao Carlos, Brazil; Laboratory of Analysis and Intervention of the Shoulder Complex, Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal de São Carlos, Sao Carlos, Brazil
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- Post-Graduate Program in Physical Therapy (PPGFt), Universidade Federal de Sao Carlos (UFSCar), Sao Carlos, Brazil; Laboratory of Analysis and Intervention of the Shoulder Complex, Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal de São Carlos, Sao Carlos, Brazil
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- Physical Training and Sport Performance Research Group, Department of Physical Education, School of Biological and Health Sciences, Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e do Mucuri, Diamantina, MG, Brazil
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- Post-Graduate Program in Physical Therapy (PPGFt), Universidade Federal de Sao Carlos (UFSCar), Sao Carlos, Brazil; Laboratory of Analysis and Intervention of the Shoulder Complex, Department of Physical Therapy, Universidade Federal de São Carlos, Sao Carlos, Brazil
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- Post-Graduate Program in Physical Therapy (PPGFt), Universidade Federal de Sao Carlos (UFSCar), Sao Carlos, Brazil; Physical Therapy Department, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
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López-Vidriero Tejedor R, Laver L, López-Vidriero Tejedor E. Professional tennis players suffer high prevalence of shoulder alterations during the season: a possible tennis shoulder syndrome. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2023; 31:2152-2159. [PMID: 36637477 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-023-07310-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2022] [Accepted: 01/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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PURPOSE To analyze the shoulder alterations of professional tennis players during the competition season and to compare the differences between their dominant vs. non-dominant shoulders, as well as gender and age differences. METHODS Two-hundred and seventy shoulders of (78 men and 57 women) professional active tennis players were assessed during 3 ATP and WTA tournaments. MAIN VARIABLES STUDIED long head of biceps (LHB) tenderness and synovitis; glenohumeral internal rotation deficit (GIRD), total range of motion (TRM), external rotation (ER) and scapular dyskinesis (DK). Secondary variables: shoulder dominance, gender, age, training hours, ranking, type of backhand. LHB tenderness and synovitis were assessed by clinical and ultrasound examination, TRM with goniometer and DK by dynamic observation. RESULTS LHB tenderness of the dominant shoulder was present in 35% of all players, being more prevalent in women (47.4%) than men (26.9%) p = 0.023. LHB synovitis of the dominant shoulder was present in 20.2% of all players without difference between genders (n.s). High prevalence of GIRD was found in both dominant (87.4%) and non-dominant (56.3%) shoulders, being more prevalent in the dominant shoulder p = 0.00005. TRM was decreased in both dominant (144.5° ± 20.2°) and non-dominant shoulders (161.2° ± 18.9°) p = 0.00005. ER was normal in dominant (93.8° + /9.3°) and non-dominant shoulders (93.4° + /8.4°) (n.s). DK was present in 57.7% of dominant and 45.9% of non-dominant shoulders (n.s). The combination of LHB alterations, GIRD and DK in the dominant shoulder was present in 13.3% of the participants. There were no significant differences between younger (< 22 years) vs older players (≥ 22 years). CONCLUSION Professional tennis players actively playing suffer a high prevalence of LHB inflammation, GIRD, scapular dyskinesis and decreased TRM in their dominant and non-dominant shoulders. The LHB is a significant cause for anterior shoulder pain in this population. Women suffer more LHB tenderness than men. Young players are as affected as older players. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV.
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- Rosa López-Vidriero Tejedor
- ISMEC (International Sports Medicine Clinic), Seville, Spain. .,Hospital Universitario Infanta Elena, Madrid, Spain. .,Mutua Madrid Open 1000 ATP/WTA Tennis Masters, Madrid, Spain.
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Unit, Hillel Yaffe Medical Center (HYMC), Hadera, Israel.,Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel.,AtrhroSport Clinic, Tel-Aviv, Israel
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- ISMEC (International Sports Medicine Clinic), Seville, Spain.,Hospital Universitario Infanta Elena, Madrid, Spain.,Mutua Madrid Open 1000 ATP/WTA Tennis Masters, Madrid, Spain.,Andalusian Tennis Federation, Seville, Spain.,Orthopedic Department, Hospital Universitario Virgen Macarena, Seville, Spain
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Leenen AJR, van Trigt B, Hoozemans MJM, Veeger HEJ. Fastball pitching performance only slightly decreases after mobility impediment of the pelvis and trunk-Do (catch-up) compensation strategies come into play? Front Sports Act Living 2022; 4:1044616. [PMID: 36506720 PMCID: PMC9727238 DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2022.1044616] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2022] [Accepted: 10/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background Baseball pitching performance can be mechanically explained by the summation of speed principle and the principle of optimal coordination of partial momenta. Impeding optimal energy generation or transfer by or between the pelvis and trunk segments could provide valuable insight into possible compensation or catch-up mechanisms that may manifest themselves based on these principles. Aim The aim of the present study was to explore the effects of experimentally impeding the mobility of and between the pelvis and trunk segments (1) on ball speed and mechanical peak joint power, and (2) on mechanical peak load of the elbow and shoulder joints at maximal external rotation (MER) during fastball pitching. Methods Eleven elite baseball pitchers (mean age 17.4, SD 2.2 years; mean pitching experience 8.9, SD 3.0 years) were instructed to throw at least 15 fastballs as fast and accurately as possible under two conditions. One condition involved impeding the mobility of the pelvis and trunk segments to hamper their ability to rotate independently, which consequently should affect the separation time, defined as the time interval between the pelvis and trunk peak angular velocities. In the other condition, pitchers threw unimpeded. Ball speed, mechanical peak joint power and peak net moment of the elbow and shoulder at MER were compared between conditions using Generalized Estimating Equations (GEE). Results In the impeded pitching condition, the mean difference of the separation time was 12.4 milliseconds [95% CI (4.0, 20.7)] and for ball speed 0.6 mph [95% CI (0.2, 0.9)] lower compared to the unimpeded condition. Only the peak pelvic angular velocity, in addition to the trunk, upper arm and forearm, was 45 deg/s [95% CI (24, 66)] higher impeded condition. The mean differences of the joint power and net moments at the shoulder and elbow did not reach statistical significance. Conclusion In elite adolescent baseball, the observed pitching performance after experimentally impeding pelvic and trunk mobility undermines a potential distal catch-up strategy based on the summation of speed principle. The increased peak pelvic angular velocity may indicate a compensation strategy following the optimal coordination of partial momenta principle to practically maintain pitching performance.
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- A. J. R. Leenen
- Department of Human Movement Sciences, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands,*Correspondence: A. J. R. Leenen
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- Department of Biomechanical Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands
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- Department of Human Movement Sciences, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Biomechanical Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, Netherlands
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Bordelon NM, Wasserberger KW, Downs-Talmage JL, Friesen KB, Dugas JR, Oliver GD. Pelvis and Trunk Energy Flow in Collegiate Softball Pitchers With and Without Upper Extremity Pain. Am J Sports Med 2022; 50:3083-3089. [PMID: 35970180 DOI: 10.1177/03635465221114476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND The softball pitch is a full-body motion, where efficient proximal to distal energy flow through the kinetic chain is said to reduce stress at the upper extremity. Although altered trunk kinematic parameters are associated with upper extremity pain in softball pitchers, further research is needed to determine whether differences exist in proximal energy flow between softball pitchers with and without pain. HYPOTHESIS/PURPOSE To examine pelvis and trunk energy flow during the acceleration phase of the pitch in collegiate softball pitchers with and without upper extremity pain. It was hypothesized that those with upper extremity pain would have less energy flowing into the proximal ends of the pelvis and trunk as well as less energy flowing out of the distal ends of the pelvis and trunk during the acceleration phase when compared with pitchers who did not have upper extremity pain. STUDY DESIGN Descriptive laboratory study. METHODS A total of 54 female National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I softball pitchers (age, 20.2 ± 2.0 years; height, 173.5 ± 6.9 cm; weight, 78.5 ± 11.5 kg) were assigned to pain (n = 17) and pain-free (n = 38) groups. Participants pitched 3 maximal effort rise-balls for a strike, and the average of the 3 trials was used for analysis. Kinematic data were collected at 100 Hz using an electromagnetic tracking system. A segment power analysis was performed to quantify energy flow for the pelvis and trunk. The Mann-Whitney U test was used to compare pelvis and trunk energy flow during the acceleration phase of the pitch as well as pitch velocity between collegiate softball pitchers with and without upper extremity pain. RESULTS No significant differences were found between pelvis and trunk energy flow during the acceleration phase or pitch velocity between collegiate softball pitchers with and without upper extremity pain (all P values >.057). CONCLUSION Previous research determined that kinematic parameters differ between collegiate pitchers with and without upper extremity pain. However, the current study found no difference in pelvis and trunk energy flow or pitch velocity. Although altered kinematics in collegiate pitchers with upper extremity pain may serve as compensation patterns to maintain pitch velocity and proximal energy flow, future research is needed to confirm this postulation. CLINICAL RELEVANCE The lack of energy flow differences between upper extremity pain groups suggests that pitchers may adapt their biomechanics to maintain trunk and pelvis energy flow patterns. Coaches, athletes, and clinicians should know that movement adaptations can allow for maintained performance levels but may result in the presence of pain that may manifest in other deleterious and injury-susceptible biomechanics.
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- Nicole M Bordelon
- Sports Medicine & Movement Laboratory, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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- Canadian Centre for Health and Safety in Agriculture, College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.,College of Kinesiology, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
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- Andrews Institute and Orthopedic Center, Birmingham, Alabama, USA
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- Sports Medicine & Movement Laboratory, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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Creighton A, Cheng J, Press J. Upper Body Injuries in Golfers. Curr Rev Musculoskelet Med 2022; 15:483-499. [PMID: 35930185 PMCID: PMC9789227 DOI: 10.1007/s12178-022-09787-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Golf is a sport that can be played by an athlete of any age, which enhances its popularity. Each golfer's swing is unique, and there is no "right" way to swing the golf club; however, the professional golfer often has more of a consistent swing as opposed to an amateur golfer. A collaborative, team approach involving the golfer with a swing coach, physical therapist, and physician often can be informative on how to prevent golf injury, but also how to treat golf injury if it occurs. RECENT FINDINGS As a rotational sport, the golfer needs to be trained and treated with respect for how the body works as a linkage system or kinetic chain. A warm-up is recommended for every golfer before practicing or playing, and this warm-up should account for every segment of the linkage system. Though it has been thought of as a relatively safe sport, injuries can be seen with golfers of any age or skill level, and upper body injuries involving the cervical and thoracic spine, shoulder, elbow, and wrist are common. A narrative review is provided here of the epidemiology of golf injury and common injuries involving each of these upper body regions. In addition, treatment and injury prevention recommendations are discussed.
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- Andrew Creighton
- Department of Physiatry, Hospital for Special Surgery, 535 E. 70th Street, New York, NY 10021 USA
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- Department of Physiatry, Hospital for Special Surgery, 535 E. 70th Street, New York, NY 10021 USA
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- Department of Physiatry, Hospital for Special Surgery, 535 E. 70th Street, New York, NY 10021 USA
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Manzi JE, Zeitlin JH, Dowling B, Roberts N, Ruzbarsky JJ, Ciccotti MC, Dines JS. Evaluating Pelvis Rotation Style at Foot Contact: A Propensity Scored Biomechanical Analysis in High School and Professional Pitchers. Am J Sports Med 2022; 50:2271-2280. [PMID: 35604221 DOI: 10.1177/03635465221094323] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Early pelvis rotation has been associated with decreased throwing arm kinetics and conventionally was considered a component of proper pitching form in baseball throwers. However, previous assessments of pelvis rotation style have not accounted for confounders such as playing level, anthropometric characteristics, or ball velocity and have not evaluated sufficient sample sizes. PURPOSE To compare kinetic and kinematic parameters based on pelvis rotation style in high school and professional pitchers. STUDY DESIGN Descriptive laboratory study. METHODS High school and professional baseball pitchers threw 8 to 12 fastball pitches while being evaluated using 3-dimensional motion capture (480 Hz). These pitchers were 1:1 propensity score matched by age, height, weight, handedness, and ball velocity based on early (<60°) versus late (≥60°) pelvis rotation style at foot contact. A total of 26 kinematic and 10 kinetic parameters were compared between groups. The kinematic parameters were used to conduct a linear regression between early and late pelvis rotation at foot contact. RESULTS Pelvis rotation at foot contact was not significantly associated with ball velocity for either high school (P = .243) or professional pitchers (P = .075). No difference was found in elbow varus torque between high school early rotators (57.5 ± 14.9 N·m) and late rotators (51.3 ± 14.7 N·m; P = .036) and between professional early rotators (80.1 ± 11.8 N·m) and late rotators (79.0 ± 11.2 N·m; P = .663). At foot contact in high school pitchers, stride length increased by 2.1% of body height (B = -0.205; β = -0.470; P < .001), trunk rotation increased by 4.2° (B = -0.417; β = -0.488; P < .001), and trunk flexion at foot contact decreased by 4.4° (B = 0.442; β = 0.476; P < .001) with every 10° increase in pelvis rotation. At foot contact in professional pitchers, stride length increased by 2.3% of body height (B = -0.229; β = -0.478; P < .001), trunk rotation increased by 4.3° (B = -0.431; β = -0.515; P < .001), and trunk flexion decreased by 4.0° (B = 0.404; β = 0.373; P < .001) with every 10° increase in pelvis rotation. CONCLUSION Pelvis rotation at foot contact was associated with several kinematic parameters in both groups and may influence mechanics further along the kinetic chain. Landing open or closed was not significantly associated with throwing arm kinetics or ball velocity for both high school and professional baseball pitchers, contrary to previous thought. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Coaches and players may better focus their efforts on refining other kinematic parameters for enhanced performance outcomes and safe pitching mechanics.
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- Joseph E Manzi
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, New York, USA
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- Sports Performance Center, Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, Oak Brook, Illinois, USA
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- Sports Medicine Institute, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, USA
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Gromeier M, Schack T, Koester D. Effects of Age and Expertise on Mental Representation of the Throwing Movement Among 6- to 16-Year-Olds. Front Psychol 2022; 13:799316. [PMID: 35496147 PMCID: PMC9039452 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.799316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2021] [Accepted: 02/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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The aim of this article was to assess the development of mental representation of the overhead throwing movement as a function of age and expertise. The mental representational structure of the overhead throwing movement was measured using the Structural Dimensional Analysis-Motoric (SDA-M) method that reflects the organization of basic action concepts (BACs). BACs are fundamental building blocks of mental representations, which comprise functional, sensory, spatiotemporal, and biomechanical characteristics of a movement (Schack, 2010). In this study, novices and handball athletes (N = 199) each were grouped according to the level of development in motor ontogenesis (in childhood, pubescence, and adolescents). Male and female handball athletes played in the highest leagues of their age groups. As a result, novices of all age groups showed the same unstructured mental representation. Athletes in the earliest age band resemble all novices' groups and showed similar unstructured mental representation, whereas athletes within pubescence and adolescents showed functionally well-structured representations, which were similar to the structure of the reference group (N = 8). These results are consistent with a previous investigation of related quantitative and qualitative performance parameters of the overhead throwing movement (Gromeier et al., 2017). Without an increased training, neither the throwing performance nor the associated mental representation is unlikely to improve further by itself or automatically.
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- Michael Gromeier
- Neurocognition and Action - Biomechanics Research Group, Bielefeld University, Bielefeld, Germany
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- Neurocognition and Action - Biomechanics Research Group, Bielefeld University, Bielefeld, Germany.,Center of Excellence "Cognitive Interaction Technology" (CITEC), Bielefeld University, Bielefeld, Germany.,Research Institute for Cognition and Robotics (CoR-Lab), Bielefeld University, Bielefeld, Germany
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- Neurocognition and Action - Biomechanics Research Group, Bielefeld University, Bielefeld, Germany.,Center of Excellence "Cognitive Interaction Technology" (CITEC), Bielefeld University, Bielefeld, Germany.,BSP Business School Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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Manzi JE, Trauger N, Quan T, Ciccotti MC, Ruzbarsky JJ, Dines JS. Increased Knee and Meniscal Injury Incidence in Professional Baseball Pitchers With Wider, Positive Stride Width. Sports Health 2022; 15:36-44. [PMID: 35502136 PMCID: PMC9808832 DOI: 10.1177/19417381221092024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Professional baseball pitchers sustain 75% of knee injuries while at the pitcher's mound, yet no pitching motion has been associated directly with such injuries. Stride width is a potential, modifiable risk factor worth investigating. HYPOTHESIS Increased stride width in both the positive and negative directions (deviations from neutral stride width) would correlate with increased incidence of knee injury in pitchers. STUDY DESIGN Descriptive laboratory. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 5. METHODS Professional pitchers (n = 199) were evaluated with motion capture (480 Hz) while pitching. Injury history over 10 years was recorded at face-to-face interviews with pitchers. Players were subsequently grouped into stride width tertiles, compared for previous injury incidence of the lower extremities. Regressions were performed to observe performance benefits of stride width with ball velocity, accuracy, or consistency in pitch location as secondary outcomes. RESULTS Of the 40 lower extremity injuries reported, meniscal injury (27.5%) was the most common, followed by foot stress fracture (20.0%). Significant differences in injury incidence were noted between the least and most positive stride width tertiles: lower extremity (10.4% vs 25.8%, respectively; P = 0.03), knee (3.0% vs 15.2%, respectively; P = 0.02), and meniscal (0.0% vs 12.1%; P = 0.00). Stride width of pitchers with meniscal injury in the lead (32.6 ± 7.1 cm, n = 5; P = 0.02) and stance leg (33.5 ± 10.6 cm, n = 5; P = 0.03) was significantly more positive than that of uninjured pitchers (21.1 ± 11.5 cm, n = 164). No significant relationships were established between stride width and ball velocity (P = 0.54) or pitch location metrics (P > 0.05). CONCLUSION Pitchers with increased positive, stride width had significantly higher incidence of lower extremity injury (knee and meniscus). Wider, positive stride width may increase the degree of external rotation on the lead knee in a loaded state, which can place the medial side of the knee (and meniscus) at higher risk of injury. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Decreasing stride width may be beneficial for professional pitchers to reduce the rate of lower extremity injury, while also preserving performance metric outcomes.
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- George Washington University School of
Medicine, Washington, DC
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- Sports Medicine Institute Hospital for
Special Surgery, New York, New York
- Joshua S. Dines, MD,
Hospital for Special Surgery, HSS Sports Medicine Institute West Side, 610 West
58th Street, New York, NY 10019 ()
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Barfield JW, Bordelon NM, Wasserberger KW, Oliver GD. Preliminary Analysis of Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test Differences Between Healthy and Previously Injured/In-Pain Baseball Pitchers. Sports Health 2022; 15:290-294. [PMID: 35441548 PMCID: PMC9950992 DOI: 10.1177/19417381221083316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND A comprehensive examination of the kinetic chain during an overhead athlete's upper extremity assessment, such as the closed kinetic chain upper extremity stability test (CKCUEST), may help clinicians identify potential upper extremity dysfunction. HYPOTHESIS Body position observed on dominant and nondominant hand touch during a CKCUEST trial differs between players with previous injury/pain history compared with healthy counterparts. STUDY DESIGN Descriptive laboratory study. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 5. METHODS Seventeen baseball pitchers were recruited to participate (18.03 ± 2.01 years; 185.40 ± 6.57 cm; 83.92 ± 13.87 kg). A medical history questionnaire was used to separate participants into groups, either previous injury/pain or healthy. Kinematic and kinetic data were collected on the participants performing the CKCUEST with an electromagnetic tracking system. Kinematics were analyzed using a pair of 1-way multivariate analyses of variance (MANOVAs). RESULTS The MANOVA for nondominant hand touch in the CKCUEST revealed a significant difference in lumbopelvic-hip complex (LPHC) kinematics between previously injured/pain group and healthy group (Λ = 0.37; F4,12 = 5.12; P = 0.01). CONCLUSIONS The previously injured/pain group displayed less pelvic axial rotation and dominant hip abduction during the nondominant touch indicating more LPHC stability during the nondominant touch. In conclusion, differences were observed in LPHC kinematics during the CKCUEST nondominant touch between a healthy and previously injured/pain group perhaps due to the increased awareness provided through rehabilitative programs for the previously injured/pain group. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Clinicians can use this information to help address kinetic chain movement efficiency within baseball pitchers. This study provides evidence of LPHC kinematic differences during the nondominant touch of baseball pitchers and may enhance the use of the CKCUEST as a return-to-play assessment.
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- Jeff W. Barfield
- Department of Physical Education and
Exercise Science, Lander University, Greenwood, South Carolina,Jeff W. Barfield, PhD,
Department of Physical Education and Exercise Science, Lander University, 320
Stanley Ave, Greenwood, SC 29649, USA (
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- Sports Medicine and Movement Lab,
School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama
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- Sports Medicine and Movement Lab,
School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama
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- Sports Medicine and Movement Lab,
School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama
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Mayes M, Salesky M, Lansdown DA. Throwing Injury Prevention Strategies with a Whole Kinetic Chain-Focused Approach. Curr Rev Musculoskelet Med 2022; 15:53-64. [PMID: 35389192 PMCID: PMC9076771 DOI: 10.1007/s12178-022-09744-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Purpose of Review This review examines the relationship between the baseball pitching motion and the kinetic chain. The goal was to determine the underlying causes of a deficiency in throwing mechanics throughout a throwing motion, and to provide an evidence-based approach on how to prevent injuries caused by a lack of proper mechanics. In doing so, we sought to provide a warm-up strategy that can be added to every baseball player’s daily on-field routine that is tailored to each phase of the throwing motion. Recent Findings To help minimize the risk of injury to overhead throwing athletes, a thorough understanding of the throwing motion is critical. Throwing a ball places extreme stress on the body, notably the shoulder and elbow joints. With a clear understanding of the biomechanics of throwing, we can develop an injury prevention routine to minimize unnecessary stresses throughout the kinetic chain. Summary The throwing cycle is a complex motion that places various stresses throughout the thrower’s body, from the ankle to the core, and from the back to the shoulder and elbow. A thorough understanding of the mechanics of this motion, along with specific exercises to target the specific actions of each phase, may allow for throwers, regardless of their age and experience, to minimize injury risk.
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- Michael Mayes
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine & Shoulder Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, 1500 Owens Street, San Francisco, CA, 94158, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine & Shoulder Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, 1500 Owens Street, San Francisco, CA, 94158, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine & Shoulder Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, 1500 Owens Street, San Francisco, CA, 94158, USA.
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Fava AW, Downs Talmage JL, Plummer HA, Oliver GD. Drive-Leg Kinematics During the Windup and Pushoff Is Associated With Pitching Kinetics at Later Phases of the Pitch. Am J Sports Med 2022; 50:1409-1415. [PMID: 35238687 DOI: 10.1177/03635465221077451] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Inconsistent findings exist between drive-leg ground-reaction forces (GRFs) and pitching mechanics. Previous literature has largely reported drive-leg mechanics and GRFs at the start of the pushoff phase for their role in initiating force development. Little research has assessed drive-leg kinematics that includes a pitcher's windup motion to determine its effects on subsequent phases in the pitching motion. PURPOSE/HYPOTHESIS The primary aim was to analyze the relationship between drive-leg knee valgus angle during the windup and subsequent pitching mechanics. We hypothesized that the drive-leg knee valgus angle during the early portion of the pitching motion would alter later phases' pitching mechanics. A secondary aim was to assess GRFs to determine if the drive-leg knee valgus angle was associated with changes in force. We hypothesized that an increased drive-leg knee valgus angle would increase GRFs during the pitching motion. STUDY DESIGN Descriptive laboratory study. METHODS A total of 17 high school baseball pitchers (mean age, 16.1 ± 0.9 years; mean height, 180.0 ± 4.8 cm; mean weight, 75.5 ± 7.5 kg) volunteered for the study. Kinematic data and GRFs were collected using an electromagnetic tracking system and force plates. Pitchers threw maximal-effort fastballs from a mound at regulation distance. The drive-leg knee valgus angle was analyzed during the windup and pushoff phases of the pitch to determine its effects on other biomechanical variables throughout the pitching motion. RESULTS There was a significant relationship between drive-leg knee valgus angle during the windup (Fchange 1,12) = 16.13; P = .002; R2 = 0.695) and lateral GRF in the arm-cocking phase. Additionally, there was a significant relationship between drive-leg knee valgus angle during pushoff (Fchange(2,11) = 10.21; P = .003; R2 = 0.716) and lateral GRF in the arm-cocking phase and pitching-elbow valgus moment in the acceleration phase. CONCLUSION Drive-leg knee valgus angle during the windup and pushoff had a significant relationship with drive-leg GRF and pitching-elbow valgus moment at later stages of the pitching cycle. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Assessments of drive-leg kinematics during the windup and pushoff may be useful in identifying inefficient movement patterns that can have an effect on the direction of a pitcher's drive-leg force contribution, which can lead to increased forces on the throwing elbow.
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- Anthony W Fava
- Sports Medicine and Movement Laboratory, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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- Sports Medicine and Movement Laboratory, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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- United States Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory, Fort Rucker, Alabama, USA.,Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, USA
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- Sports Medicine and Movement Laboratory, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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Manzi JE, Ciccotti MC, Trauger N, Black GG, Thacher RR, Boddapati V, Dines JS. Increased Elbow and Olecranon Injury History in Professional Pitchers With Increased Elbow Flexion at Ball Release. Am J Sports Med 2022; 50:1054-1060. [PMID: 35107350 DOI: 10.1177/03635465211072223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Elbow flexion at late portions of the pitch has been associated with increased elbow varus torque, a kinetic surrogate associated with injury risk. Direct examinations of injury incidence with elbow flexion angles have not been conducted in professional pitchers. PURPOSE To compare elbow and shoulder injury incidence among professional baseball players stratified by degree of elbow flexion at ball release (BR). STUDY DESIGN Descriptive laboratory study. METHODS Professional pitchers (N = 314) were instructed to pitch between 8 and 12 fastballs while being evaluated using motion capture technology. Upper extremity injury incidence was recorded upon interview. Pitchers were subsequently subdivided into 3 groups based on increasing elbow flexion at BR. Analysis of variance was used to compare participant characteristics and kinematic and peak kinetic variables. An odds ratio (OR) was calculated to determine the risk of having a previous upper extremity injury based on the degree of elbow flexion at BR. RESULTS A total of 116 pitchers (132 documented injuries) had a previous upper extremity injury, with elbow injury (76 injuries; 57.6%) being the most common. Evaluation of kinetic values showed that pitchers with the smallest elbow flexion at BR had significantly less peak elbow flexion torque than did those with greatest elbow flexion at BR (3.8 ± 0.5 vs 4.1 ± 0.6 %weight × height; P = .003). Pitchers who demonstrated a greater than average degree of elbow flexion at BR when pitching were more likely to have a history of elbow injury (OR, 1.97; 95% CI, 1.14-3.40; P = .015) and olecranon spur formation or stress fracture (OR, 5.79; 95% CI, 1.25-26.85; P = .025). CONCLUSION Pitchers with greater elbow flexion at BR had significantly higher odds of previous injury of the elbow and olecranon. Increasing elbow flexion has been shown to place the medial elbow in a position to carry a greater amount of load, which may be exacerbated during the final moments of the pitching motion. Professional pitchers can consider decreasing elbow flexion at BR as a potential, modifiable risk factor for elbow injury, in particular for olecranon spur formation and fracture. CLINICAL RELEVANCE This study attempts to associate injury incidence with a modifiable, kinematic variable for an at-risk population.
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- Cornell University College of Engineering, Ithaca, New York, USA
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- Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, New York, USA
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- Sports Medicine Institute, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, USA
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- Columbia University Irving Medical Center Orthopedic Surgery, New York, New York, USA
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- Sports Medicine Institute, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, USA
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Tajika T, Shinozaki T, Takata M, Hatori Y, Suzuki J, Kuboi T, Chikuda H. Epiphyseal injury of the lateral condyle related to throwing in a young baseball player: A report of a rare case. JSES Int 2022; 6:535-538. [PMID: 35572449 PMCID: PMC9091790 DOI: 10.1016/j.jseint.2022.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Trasolini NA, Nicholson KF, Mylott J, Bullock GS, Hulburt TC, Waterman BR. Biomechanical Analysis of the Throwing Athlete and Its Impact on Return to Sport. Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil 2022; 4:e83-e91. [PMID: 35141540 PMCID: PMC8811517 DOI: 10.1016/j.asmr.2021.09.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2021] [Accepted: 09/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Throwing sports remain a popular pastime and frequent source of musculoskeletal injuries, particularly those involving the shoulder and elbow. Biomechanical analyses of throwing athletes have identified pathomechanic factors that predispose throwers to injury or poor performance. These factors, or key performance indicators, are an ongoing topic of research, with the goals of improved injury prediction, prevention, and rehabilitation. Important key performance indicators in the literature to date include shoulder and elbow torque, shoulder rotation, kinetic chain function (as measured by trunk rotation timing and hip-shoulder separation), and lower-extremity mechanics (including stride characteristics). The current gold standard for biomechanical analysis of the throwing athlete involves marker-based 3-dimensional) video motion capture. Emerging technologies such as marker-less motion capture, wearable technology, and machine learning have the potential to further refine our understanding. This review will discuss the biomechanics of throwing, with particular attention to baseball pitching, while also delineating methods of modern throwing analysis, implications for clinical orthopaedic practice, and future areas of research interest. Level of Evidence V, expert opinion.
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- Nicholas A. Trasolini
- Address correspondence to Nicholas A. Trasolini, M.D., Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, 1 Medical Center Blvd., Winston-Salem, NC 27157.
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Downs Talmage J, Gilliam J, Chardhari A, Oliver GD. Differences in Lower Extremity Kinematics Between Collegiate and Youth Softball Pitchers. Orthop J Sports Med 2021; 9:23259671211052022. [PMID: 34778481 PMCID: PMC8579342 DOI: 10.1177/23259671211052022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2021] [Accepted: 08/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background: Softball pitching is a whole-body motion that utilizes the kinetic chain to transfer the large amounts of force generated by the lower extremity to the ball. Although the lower extremity is responsible for generating most of the force in softball pitching, limited research has investigated how lower extremity kinematics vary with age. Purpose/Hypothesis: The purpose of this study was to compare lower extremity kinematics between collegiate and youth softball pitchers. It was hypothesized that there would be significant lower extremity kinematic differences between age groups. Study Design: Descriptive laboratory study. Methods: Overall, 83 softball pitchers participated in the study: 40 youth and 43 collegiate players. Kinematic data were collected using an electromagnetic motion capture system. All participants threw 3 fastballs to a catcher for a strike at regulation distance. Owing to nonnormally distributed data, Mann-Whitney U tests were used to determine group differences at 5 events during the pitching motion. The alpha level was set a priori at .006. Results: Collegiate pitchers had significantly higher drive-knee extension angular velocity at the 3-o’clock position than youth pitchers (182.30 ± 145.44 vs –34.66 ± 219.66 rad/s; P < .001). Collegiate pitchers also had greater peak drive-knee flexion angle than youth pitchers at the top of the arm circle (37.98° ± 18.09° vs 25.38° ± 17.58°; P = .004), while youth pitchers had a significantly more anteriorly shifted center of mass than collegiate pitchers at the top of the arm circle (49.93% ± 5.09% vs 46.47% ± 6.44%; P = .003). Conclusion: The authors found increased drive-knee flexion angle and angular extension velocity in collegiate compared with youth pitchers, although it is unknown if these differences were due to lack of experience or strength. Athletes should work on improving drive-leg mechanics to develop optimal push-off performance. Clinical Relevance: This information can be applied to develop strength and conditioning programs for softball pitchers. Player performance may be improved through performing exercises to strengthen knee and hip extension musculature and learning to eccentrically load the drive leg to activate the stretch shortening cycle.
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- Jessica Downs Talmage
- Sports Medicine and Movement Laboratory, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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- Sports Medicine and Movement Laboratory, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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Ueda A, Matsumura A, Shinkuma T, Oki T, Nakamura Y. Scapular dyskinesis type is associated with glenohumeral joint and scapular kinematic alteration during pitching motion in baseball players. J Bodyw Mov Ther 2021; 28:332-340. [PMID: 34776160 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2021.07.039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2021] [Revised: 06/10/2021] [Accepted: 07/17/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Scapular dyskinesis (SD) is associated with an increased risk of throwing-related shoulder injury onset, resulting in abnormalities in glenohumeral joint (GH) and scapular motions during pitching. The effects of SD on shoulder motion during pitching remain unknown. This study aimed to investigate kinematic alterations in GH and scapular motions during pitching in baseball players with type I SD. METHODS Sixty-seven university and independent-league baseball players with and without SD were included. Pitching motion was measured using an optical three-dimensional motion capture system, and a SD test was conducted to evaluate SD. SD was classified into types I-IV. The inter-rater reliability of SD assessment was calculated using kappa coefficients. Three-dimensional GH and scapular kinematics during pitching motion were analyzed. RESULTS The percentage of agreement representing the inter-rater reliability of SD assessment was 77.6% (52/67; kappa coefficient: 0.72). Overall, 24 and 27 participants were categorized into abnormal (type I SD) and normal group (type IV SD), respectively, with normal scapular motion; one individual with type III SD was excluded. The abnormal group exhibited a significantly increased GH external rotation angle (9°) and decreased scapular posterior tilt angle (6°) during the maximum external rotation period compared with the normal group. CONCLUSIONS Baseball players in the abnormal group showed increased GH motion and decreased scapular motion during pitching. The SD test for the evaluation of type I SD can help predict excessive GH external rotation and decreased scapular posterior tilt during pitching.
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- Atsushi Ueda
- Graduate School of Health and Sports Science, Doshisha University, Japan; Department of Rehabilitation, Hankai Hospital, Japan.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hankai Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Health and Sports Science, Doshisha University, Japan
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Steffen K, Clarsen B, Gjelsvik H, Haugvad L, Koivisto-Mørk A, Bahr R, Berge HM. Illness and injury among Norwegian Para athletes over five consecutive Paralympic Summer and Winter Games cycles: prevailing high illness burden on the road from 2012 to 2020. Br J Sports Med 2021; 56:204-212. [PMID: 34607800 DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2021-104489] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To describe the illness and injury pattern of Norwegian Para athletes over five consecutive Paralympic Summer and Winter Games cycles and to identify which health problems should be targeted in risk management plans with respect to impairment types. METHODS We monitored athletes from 12 to 18 months prior to each Game using a weekly online questionnaire (Oslo Sports Trauma Research Center-H2 (OSTRC-H2)). We asked them to report all health problems they had experienced in the preceding 7 days, irrespective of their consequences on their sports participation or performance and whether they had sought medical attention. RESULTS Between 2011 and 2020, 94 candidate athletes were included in this monitoring programme and prepared to represent Norway; of these, 66 (71%) were finally selected for multiple Paralympic Games. The overall response rate to the weekly questionnaires was 87%. At any given time during the five observation cycles, 37% of the athletes (95% CI 36% to 38%) reported having at least one health problem. Athletes with neurological impairments (n=51) lost 10 days per year due to respiratory problems (95% CI 9 to 11) compared with 9 days (8-10) among those with musculoskeletal impairments (n=37). Gastrointestinal problems caused a time loss of on average 4 days per year in athletes with neurological impairments versus 1 day in athletes with musculoskeletal impairments (mean difference 2.7 days, 2.1-3.3). Musculoskeletal injuries generated a high burden for both athlete groups, in particular, to the elbow, shoulder and lumbosacral regions. CONCLUSION At any given time, nearly two out of five elite Norwegian Para athletes reported at least one health problem. Respiratory tract and other infections; gastrointestinal problems, injuries to the shoulder, elbow and lumbosacral regions represented the greatest health burden. Our findings can help guide the allocation of clinical resources, which should include a broad network of medical specialists, together with dieticians and physiotherapists, to meet the health challenges in Para athletes.
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- Kathrin Steffen
- Oslo Sports Trauma Research Center, Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, Oslo, Norway .,Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian Olympic Training Center (Olympiatoppen), Oslo, Norway
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- Oslo Sports Trauma Research Center, Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, Oslo, Norway.,Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian Olympic Training Center (Olympiatoppen), Oslo, Norway.,Centre for Disease Burden, Norwegian Institute of Public Health, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian Olympic Training Center (Olympiatoppen), Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian Olympic Training Center (Olympiatoppen), Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Nutrition, Norwegian Olympic Training Centre (Olympiatoppen), Oslo, Norway
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- Oslo Sports Trauma Research Center, Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, Oslo, Norway.,Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian Olympic Training Center (Olympiatoppen), Oslo, Norway
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- Oslo Sports Trauma Research Center, Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, Oslo, Norway.,Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian Olympic Training Center (Olympiatoppen), Oslo, Norway
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Dutton M, Gray J, Divekar N, Prins D, Tam N. Overhead throwing biomechanics in cricketers: The effect of a run-up approach. Eur J Sport Sci 2021; 22:1686-1694. [PMID: 34498548 DOI: 10.1080/17461391.2021.1979103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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HighlightsThrowing arm motion is similar irrespective of the approach used by cricketers to throw.Throwing with a run-up produced increased angles of lumbo-pelvic and dominant hip flexion in various phases of the throwing cycle.Throwing with a run-up resulted in greater shoulder compression and posterior force at maximum external rotation.
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- Megan Dutton
- Division of Exercise Science and Sports Medicine, Department of Human Biology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Exercise Science and Sports Medicine, Department of Human Biology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa.,Cricket South Africa, Northlands, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Division of Exercise Science and Sports Medicine, Department of Human Biology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa.,Department of Bioengineering, University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, TX, USA.,Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, TX, USA
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- Division of Exercise Science and Sports Medicine, Department of Human Biology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Exercise Science and Sports Medicine, Department of Human Biology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa.,Launch Innovation Team, Research and Development Department, Anta (China) Company Limited, Xiamen, People's Republic of China
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Tajika T, Oya N, Kuboi T, Endo F, Ichinose T, Shimoyama D, Sasaki T, Hamano N, Omodaka T, Kobayashi H, Mieda T, Okamura K, Shitara H, Iizuka Y, Yamamoto A, Nakajima I, Kobayashi T, Sakamoto M, Takagishi K, Chikuda H. Risk Factors for Throwing-Related Shoulder and Elbow Pain in Adolescent Baseball Players: A Prospective Study of Physical and Developmental Factors. Orthop J Sports Med 2021; 9:23259671211017129. [PMID: 34552989 PMCID: PMC8450620 DOI: 10.1177/23259671211017129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2020] [Accepted: 01/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background: Throwing-related shoulder and elbow pain continues to be reported among adolescent baseball players. Few prospective studies have specifically examined the association between throwing-related shoulder and elbow pain and physical and developmental changes. Purpose: To evaluate the changes in physical and developmental characteristics during 1 year with respect to throwing-related shoulder and elbow pain in adolescent baseball players. Study Design: Case-control study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods: This 1-year prospective follow-up study investigated 164 baseball players aged 7 to 13 years. Player data (age, height, weight, field position, and pitch count), lower extremity muscle tightness, and range of motion (ROM) of the shoulder, elbow, and hip joints were assessed during the 2016 and 2017 preseason medical examinations. After the 2016 season, the participants completed questionnaires related to throwing-related shoulder and elbow pain, defined as an inability to play for ≥1 week because of elbow or shoulder difficulties. For study participants with and without throwing-related shoulder or elbow pain during the 2016 season, we conducted univariate and multivariate logistic regression analysis to identify risk factors for throwing-related shoulder or elbow pain. Results: Overall, 21 players (12.8%) reported a shoulder pain episode, 56 players (34.1%) had an elbow pain episode, and 70 players (42.7%) reported having experienced shoulder and/or elbow pain during the 2016 season. In multivariate logistic regression analysis, (1) shoulder pain was associated with 2016 preseason height (odds ratio [OR], 1.06; 95% CI, 1.01-1.11; P = .01) and change in dominant-side elbow extension ROM from 2016 to 2017 (OR, 1.12; 95% CI, 1.02-1.24; P = .02); (2) elbow pain was associated with change in weight from 2016 to 2017 (OR, 1.21; 95% CI, 1.04-1.41; P = .014); and (3) throwing-related shoulder and/or elbow pain was associated with greater 2016 preseason height (OR, 1.04; 95% CI, 1.003-1.68; P = .03) and an increase in height from 2016 to 2017 (OR, 1.17; 95% CI, 1.01-1.35; P = .03). Conclusion: Our results indicated that adolescent baseball players who were taller in the preseason and those with an increase in height over the 1-year study period faced significant risks for developing throwing-related shoulder and/or elbow pain.
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- Tsuyoshi Tajika
- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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Wasserberger KW, Friesen KB, Downs JL, Bordelon NM, Oliver GD. Comparison of Pelvis and Trunk Kinematics Between Youth and Collegiate Windmill Softball Pitchers. Orthop J Sports Med 2021; 9:23259671211021826. [PMID: 34395686 PMCID: PMC8358524 DOI: 10.1177/23259671211021826] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2021] [Accepted: 02/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background The windmill softball pitch is a dynamic sporting movement that places softball pitchers at high risk of injury. Unlike baseball, there is limited research into the mechanical differences between softball pitchers of varying skill levels. Purpose/Hypothesis The purpose of this study was to compare pelvis and trunk kinematics between youth and collegiate softball pitchers. It was hypothesized that there would be significant differences in pelvis and trunk kinematics between these 2 groups. Study Design Descriptive laboratory study. Methods The pelvic and trunk kinematics of 90 softball pitchers were collected during full-effort pitching using a 3-dimensional motion capture system. Participants were grouped based on their age at the time of data collection (35 youth [mean age, 11 ± 1 years]; 55 collegiate [mean age, 20 ± 2 years]). We compared between-group differences in pelvic posterior tilt, lateral tilt, axial rotation, and axial rotation velocity as well as trunk extension, lateral flexion, axial rotation, and axial rotation velocity during the pitching phase between start of pitch and ball release (BR) using 1-dimensional statistical parametric mapping. Statistical significance was determined using Holmes-Šidák stepdown correction-adjusted P values (P '). Results Compared with youth pitchers, collegiate pitchers exhibited a more posteriorly tilted pelvis from the moment of start of pitch until 94% of the way between start of pitch and BR (P ' = .002) and a more laterally flexed trunk toward the glove side from the moment of start of pitch until 71% of the way between start of pitch and BR (P ' = .010). Conclusion Collegiate pitchers displayed a more posteriorly tilted pelvis and more laterally flexed trunk toward the glove side during the windmill pitching motion when compared with youth pitchers. Clinical Relevance These findings add to the growing body of softball research and help elucidate mechanical differences between youth and collegiate softball pitchers.
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- Kyle W Wasserberger
- Sports Medicine and Movement Laboratory, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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- College of Kinesiology, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan, Canada
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- Sports Medicine and Movement Laboratory, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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- Sports Medicine and Movement Laboratory, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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- Sports Medicine and Movement Laboratory, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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Boltz AJ, Robison HJ, Morris SN, D'Alonzo BA, Collins CL, Chandran A. Epidemiology of Injuries in National Collegiate Athletic Association Men's Swimming and Diving: 2014-2015 Through 2018-2019. J Athl Train 2021; 56:719-726. [PMID: 34280272 DOI: 10.4085/1062-6050-703-20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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CONTEXT The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has sponsored men's swimming and diving since 1937. BACKGROUND Routine examinations of men's swimming and diving injuries are important for identifying emerging injury-related patterns. METHODS Exposure and injury data collected in the NCAA Injury Surveillance Program during the 2014-2015 through 2018-2019 academic years were analyzed. Injury counts, rates, and proportions were used to describe injury characteristics, and injury rate ratios were used to examine differences in injury rates. RESULTS The overall injury rate was 1.56 per 1000 athlete-exposures (AEs) for swimmers and 1.52 per 1000 AEs for divers. Shoulder (27.0%) injuries accounted for the largest proportion of all swimming injuries, and most injuries were attributed to overuse mechanisms (42.6%). Shoulder (23.3%) and trunk (23.3%) injuries accounted for the largest proportion of all diving injuries, and most injuries resulted from surface contact (32.6%). CONCLUSIONS Findings were consistent with existing literature on swimming and diving. The need for continued surveillance, coupled with more robust participation by swimming and diving programs was also highlighted.
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- Adrian J Boltz
- Datalys Center for Sports Injury Research and Prevention, Indianapolis, IN
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- Datalys Center for Sports Injury Research and Prevention, Indianapolis, IN
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- Datalys Center for Sports Injury Research and Prevention, Indianapolis, IN
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- Datalys Center for Sports Injury Research and Prevention, Indianapolis, IN
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- Datalys Center for Sports Injury Research and Prevention, Indianapolis, IN
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The association between gird and overhead throwing biomechanics in cricket. J Biomech 2021; 126:110658. [PMID: 34358903 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2021.110658] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2020] [Revised: 06/24/2021] [Accepted: 07/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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The development of GIRD is a well-documented adaptation associated with repetitive overhead throwing in numerous sports. In occurrence with total rotational range of motion deficit, GIRD is considered pathological and increases shoulder injury risk. While cricketers demonstrate these deficits in rotational range; the association between GIRD and overhead throwing has yet to be explored. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the relationship between GIRD and overhead throwing biomechanics in cricketers. Passive shoulder rotational range of motion was measured in 15 cricketers (elite = 8, amateur = 7). Kinetic and kinematic data were obtained during overhead throws from a stationary and run-up approach. Linear regression was used to determine potential relationships between GIRD and discrete shoulder kinetics for both throwing approaches. One-dimensional statistical parametric mapping regression was conducted to assess relationships between GIRD and throwing kinematics. When throwing overhead from a stationary position, GIRD was associated with reduced hip abduction during the preparatory arc (p = 0.002); superior shoulder (p = 0.003) and elbow compressive (p = 0.009) forces, at cocking. In addition, GIRD was associated with increased posterior shoulder force during arm deceleration for both stationary (p = 0.013) and run-up approaches (p = 0.03) to overhead throwing. Cricketers with GIRD utilise a shorter stride, creating early pelvic rotation and a slow throwing arm with an associated reduction in forces about the shoulder and elbow at cocking, when throwing from a stationary position. Further, overload of the posterior shoulder occurs during arm deceleration, irrespective of throwing approach. These findings highlight potential shoulder injury risk.
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Kibler WB, Sciascia A, Pike JSM, Howell M, Wilk KE. Effect of Forearm Position on Glenohumeral External Rotation Measurements in Baseball Players. Sports Health 2021; 14:577-584. [PMID: 34323144 DOI: 10.1177/19417381211032917] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/14/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Alterations in glenohumeral internal rotation (GIR), glenohumeral external rotation (GER), and the total arc of motion (TAM) have been linked with increased injury risk in the shoulder and elbow. These motions have been routinely measured with the forearm in neutral rotation (GIRN, GERN, TAMN). GER capacity appears to be especially important. The throwing motion, however, requires forearm pronation as GER occurs to achieve optimal cocking (GERP). No previous studies have evaluated GERP to determine GER capacity or pronated TAM (TAMP) values. HYPOTHESIS There would be significant differences between GERN and TAMN and between GERP and TAMP. STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 3. METHODS Sixty asymptomatic male Minor League Baseball players (32 pitchers, 28 position players) participated in the study and were tested on the first day of spring training. Passive range of motion measurements were recorded using a long-arm bubble goniometer for GIRN, GERN, and GERP on both arms. TAM was calculated separately as the sum of internal and external rotational measurements under neutral and pronated conditions. RESULTS Within pitchers and position players, all measurements were statistically reduced for the throwing arm (P ≤ 0.03) except for GERN of the pitchers. GERP measures were significantly less than GERN for both arms of each group (P < 0.01): pitchers throwing arm +11.8°/nonthrowing arm +4.8°, position players throwing arm = +8.6°/nonthrowing arm +4.0°. CONCLUSION The forearm position of pronation, which appears to be mediated by tightness of the biceps, decreases GER capacity and TAM. GER and TAM should be calculated in neutral and pronated positions, considering that 80% of the players have a demonstrated difference between 8° and 12°. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Measurement of GERP more accurately reflects the GER required in throwing, allows better quantification of the motion capacity necessary to withstand the loads in throwing, and may suggest interventions for at risk athletes.
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- W Ben Kibler
- Shoulder Center of Kentucky, Lexington Clinic, Lexington, Kentucky
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- Department of Exercise and Sport Science, Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, Kentucky
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- Shoulder Center of Kentucky, Lexington Clinic, Lexington, Kentucky
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Hamano N, Shitara H, Tajika T, Ichinose T, Sasaki T, Kuboi T, Shimoyama D, Kamiyama M, Miyamoto R, Endo F, Nakase K, Kobayashi T, Yamamoto A, Takagishi K, Chikuda H. Relationship between upper limb injuries and hip range of motion and strength in high school baseball pitchers. J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) 2021; 29:23094990211003347. [PMID: 33779394 DOI: 10.1177/23094990211003347] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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We aimed to examine the relationship between hip range of motion (ROM) and abduction strength and throwing-related shoulder/elbow injuries in high school baseball pitchers. The study included 135 baseball pitchers. We asked them to fill out a questionnaire at the checkups, that included the dominant arm and the years of baseball experience. To avoid a confirmation bias, the examiners were blinded to the participants' hand dominance. All players underwent physical function measurements, such as height, weight, shoulder and hip strength, and shoulder and hip ROM. Shoulder and elbow injury was defined as shoulder and elbow pain that the patient had been aware of in the past 3 years. The results of injured and non-injured pitchers were compared. Eighty-five pitchers had experienced a shoulder or elbow injury in the past 3 years. The shoulder ROM and strength in the injured and non-injured groups did not differ to a statistically significant extent. The hip external rotation ROM on the dominant side, the hip abduction strength on the non-dominant side, and the hip abduction strength on the dominant side were significantly lower in the injured group than in the non-injured group. The results may contribute to reducing the incidence of these injuries.
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- Noritaka Hamano
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma University Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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Kobayashi H, Tajika T, Warita T, Kitagawa T, Takamine S, Fujita H, Kushima N, Hashimoto S, Shitara H, Okamura K, Iizuka Y, Yanagawa T, Sakamoto M, Takagishi, Chikuda H. Cross-sectional Study of the Hip Joint Condition in Young Baseball Players. Prog Rehabil Med 2021; 6:20210027. [PMID: 34239996 PMCID: PMC8236841 DOI: 10.2490/prm.20210027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2021] [Accepted: 06/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Objective The hip joint is a crucial part of the kinetic chain for throwing baseball pitches. Nevertheless, few reports have described assessments of the functional development of the hip joint in young baseball players. Methods We examined 315 young baseball players, 7-14 years old, all of whom had completed a self-administered questionnaire including items related to the dominant side and throwing-related hip joint pain sustained during the previous year. We measured the hip ranges of motion (ROMs: external and internal rotation and flexion) and hip muscle strengths (external and internal rotation) on the dominant and non-dominant sides. The differences of hip ROMs and muscle strengths between the dominant and non-dominant sides and between age groups were investigated. Correlations were calculated between the players ages and hip ROMs and muscle strengths. Results No baseball player reported hip pain. The hip external rotation on the dominant side was smaller than that on the non-dominant side, whereas the hip internal rotation on the dominant side was greater than that on the non-dominant side. However, no significant difference was found between the dominant and non-dominant sides in terms of the hip muscle strength. Significant positive associations were found between the player's age and hip muscle strengths, whereas significant negative associations were found between the age and hip ROMs. Conclusions Our data concerning the relationship between age and hip joint development could be useful for supporting strategies for the prevention and rehabilitation of throwing injuries; however, hip injuries might be rare among young baseball players.
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- Hiroki Kobayashi
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Graduate School of Health Sciences, Gunma University, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Graduate School of Health Sciences, Gunma University, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sada Hospital, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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Friesen KB, Shaw RE, Shannon DM, Dugas JR, Andrews JR, Oliver GD. Single-Leg Squat Compensations Are Associated With Softball Pitching Pathomechanics in Adolescent Softball Pitchers. Orthop J Sports Med 2021; 9:2325967121990920. [PMID: 34250163 PMCID: PMC8237211 DOI: 10.1177/2325967121990920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2020] [Accepted: 11/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Background: A lack of lumbopelvic-hip complex (LPHC) stability is often associated with
altered pitching mechanics, thus increasing pain and injury susceptibility.
The single-leg squat (SLS) is a simple diagnostic tool used to examine LPHC
stability. Purpose: To examine the relationship between trunk compensatory kinematics during the
SLS and kinematics at foot contact during the windmill pitch. Study Design: Descriptive laboratory study. Methods: Participants included 55 youth and high school softball pitchers (mean age,
12.6 ± 2.2 years; height, 160.0 ± 11.0 cm; weight, 60.8 ± 15.5 kg).
Kinematic data were collected at 100 Hz using an electromagnetic tracking
device. Participants were asked to complete an SLS on each leg, then throw 3
fastballs at maximal effort. Values of trunk flexion, trunk lateral flexion,
and trunk rotation at peak depth of the SLS were used as the dependent
variables in 3 separate backward-elimination regression analyses.
Independent variables examined at foot contact of the pitch were as follows:
trunk flexion, trunk lateral flexion, trunk rotation, center of mass, stride
length, and stride knee valgus. Results: The SLS trunk rotation regression (F(1,56) = 4.980,
P = .030) revealed that trunk flexion predicted SLS
trunk rotation (SE = 0.068, t = 2.232, P =
.030) and explained approximately 7% of the variance in SLS trunk rotation
(R2 = 0.083, adjusted R2 = 0.066). The SLS trunk flexion regression
(F(1,56) = 5.755, P = 0.020) revealed that
stride knee valgus significantly predicted SLS trunk flexion (SE = 0.256,
t = 2.399, P = .020) and explained
approximately 8% of variance in SLS trunk flexion (R2 = 0.095, adjusted R2 = 0.078). Conclusion: Additional trunk rotation and trunk flexion at peak depth of the SLS showed
increased knee valgus and trunk flexion at foot contact of the pitch, both
of which indicate poor LPHC stability during the softball pitch and may
increase the potential for injury. Clinical Relevance: Players and coaches should implement SLS analyses to determine their players’
risk for injury and compensation due to poor core stability.
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- Kenzie B Friesen
- College of Kinesiology, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan, Canada
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- Sports Medicine and Movement Lab, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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- Educational Foundations, Leadership, and Technology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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- Andrews Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, Birmingham, Alabama, USA
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- Andrews Research and Education Foundation, Gulf Breeze, Florida, USA
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- Sports Medicine and Movement Lab, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA.,Investigation performed at the Sports Medicine and Movement Lab, School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, USA
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Hamano N, Shitara H, Tajika T, Ichinose T, Sasaki T, Kuboi T, Shimoyama D, Kamiyama M, Miyamoto R, Endo F, Nakase K, Kobayashi T, Yamamoto A, Takagishi K, Chikuda H. Relationship between the Lower Limb Function and Shoulder and Elbow Injuries in Elementary School Baseball Pitchers. Prog Rehabil Med 2021; 6:20210015. [PMID: 33728384 PMCID: PMC7952376 DOI: 10.2490/prm.20210015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2020] [Accepted: 02/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Objectives We aimed to examine the relationship between the hip range of motion (ROM) and ankle ROM and throwing-related shoulder and elbow injuries in elementary school baseball pitchers. Methods This retrospective comparative study (Level of evidence: Level III) included 195 baseball pitchers (mean age 10.8±1.0 years, range 8-12 years). All pitchers underwent physical function measurements, including height, weight, shoulder strength, and hip and ankle ROM. Shoulder and elbow injury was defined as shoulder and elbow pain that the pitchers had been aware of in the past or at the time of medical checkups. The results for the injured and non-injured groups were then compared. Results The shoulder ROM and strength in the injured and non-injured groups did not differ to a statistically significant extent. The hip external rotation on the dominant side (injured vs. non-injured: 48.9±11.1° vs. 53.3±9.7°, P<0.01), the hip internal rotation on the non-dominant side (injured vs. non-injured: 36.6±12.0° vs. 40.9±11.0°, P=0.01), and ankle plantar flexion on the non-dominant side (injured vs. non-injured: 52.0±6.8° vs. 54.3±6.7°, P=0.02) were significantly smaller in the injured group than in the non-injured group. Conclusions The hip external rotation ROM on the dominant side and the hip internal rotation and ankle plantar flexion on the non-dominant side were significantly lower in the injured group than in the non-injured group. These results may suggest measures to reduce the incidence of elbow and shoulder injuries in elementary school baseball pitchers.
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- Noritaka Hamano
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan
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Thomas SJ, Cobb J, Sheridan S, Rauch J, Paul RW. Chronic Adaptations of the Posterior Rotator Cuff in Professional Pitchers. Am J Sports Med 2021; 49:892-898. [PMID: 33591811 DOI: 10.1177/0363546520988688] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Because of the large forces and high frequency of throwing, the upper extremity experiences repetitive stresses that lead to acute and chronic adaptations. While the importance of pennation angle and muscle thickness as predictors of muscle force production has been shown in other populations and other joints, there has been little research done that examines these variables in the shoulders of baseball players. PURPOSE (1) To examine the chronic effect pitching has on the rotator cuff muscle architecture (pennation angle and muscle thickness) in healthy professional baseball pitchers, and (2) to examine the correlation between muscle architecture and clinical measures of strength and range of motion (ROM). STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional study; Level of evidence, 3. METHODS Twenty-eight healthy professional pitchers were recruited during the 2019 spring training. Internal rotation (IR) and external rotation (ER) strength were measured with a handheld dynamometer and IR and ER ROM were measured with an inclinometer. A diagnostic ultrasound machine was utilized to capture images of humeral retroversion, as well as the pennation angle and muscle thickness of the infraspinatus and teres minor muscles. ImageJ software was used to quantify the pennation angle and muscle thickness. RESULTS There were no significant differences between the dominant and nondominant arms for ER or IR strength. Also, no pennation angle and muscle thickness differences were found between the dominant and nondominant arms. A weak positive relationship between infraspinatus muscle thickness (superficial and total) and ER strength (P = .016, R = 0.287 and P = .009, R = 0.316) and a moderate negative relationship between soft tissue glenohumeral internal rotation deficit (GIRD) and the bilateral difference of the teres minor deep pennation angle (R = -0.477, P = .008) were observed. No other significant relationships were noted. CONCLUSION Our results are contrary to current literature as we expected to see a stronger dominant arm, with a larger pennation angle and greater muscle thickness. Interestingly, we found that ER strength was positively related to only the thickness of the infraspinatus muscle, and that soft tissue GIRD was positively related to only the side-to-side adaptation of the pennation angle within the deep portion of the teres minor. This suggests that when posterior shoulder tightness occurs, specifically the architecture of the teres minor muscle is involved. However, the organization to which these players belonged has a very extensive training protocol throughout the year that emphasizes bilateral training during a large majority of the exercises. Therefore, the results may not be generalizable to all professional players.
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- Stephen J Thomas
- Department of Exercise Science, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, Einstein Healthcare Newtwork, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Major League Baseball Umpire Association, New York, New York, USA
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- Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, USA
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Hamano N, Shitara H, Tajika T, Kuboi T, Ichinose T, Sasaki T, Kitagawa T, Kobayashi H, Yamamoto A, Kobayashi T, Takagishi K, Chikuda H, Endo F, Kamiyama M, Shimoyama D, Takanime S, Miyamoto R, Nakase K. Relationship Between Upper Limb Injuries and Hip Range of Motion in Elementary and Junior High School Baseball Players. Orthop J Sports Med 2021; 9:2325967120970916. [PMID: 33623793 PMCID: PMC7878951 DOI: 10.1177/2325967120970916] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2020] [Accepted: 07/01/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background: Shoulder and elbow injuries are major problems in baseball players. Tightness of the upper extremities has been reported as a risk factor for shoulder and elbow injuries in elementary and junior high school baseball players. However, few studies have been conducted on the relationship between decreased hip range of motion (ROM) and shoulder and elbow injuries. Purpose/Hypothesis: This study aimed to prospectively examine the relationship between hip ROM and throwing-related shoulder and elbow injuries in elementary and junior high school baseball players. The hypothesis was that players with unrestricted ROM in the hip would have a reduced risk of upper extremity injuries. Methods: The study included 263 baseball players (mean ± SD age, 10.5 ± 1.3 years; range, 7-14 years). The following physical parameters were assessed: (1) hip flexion ROM measured in the supine position and (2) hip internal and external rotation in the prone position. After the season, players completed questionnaires regarding shoulder and/or elbow injuries. For comparison, the players were classified as injured (not able to play for ≥8 days because of shoulder and/or elbow problems) or noninjured. Results: During the season, 52 players had shoulder and/or elbow injuries. When the injured and noninjured groups were compared, hip flexion on the dominant side (121.5° ± 12.0° vs 126.7° ± 9.8°, respectively; P < .01), hip flexion on the nondominant side (119.6° ± 11.7° vs 126.0° ± 9.9°, respectively; P < .01), and internal rotation on the dominant side (52.5° ± 11.3° vs 56.8° ± 10.8°, respectively; P = .01) were significantly reduced in the injured group. Conclusion: We identified preseason decreases in flexion bilaterally and internal rotation on the dominant side as risk factors for shoulder and elbow injuries in elementary and junior high school baseball players. Further studies are required to prevent disabilities in elementary and junior high school baseball players through development of prevention and intervention programs.
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- Noritaka Hamano
- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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- Investigation performed at Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Maebashi, Gunma, Japan
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Kibler WB, Stone AV, Zacharias A, Grantham WJ, Sciascia AD. Management of Scapular Dyskinesis in Overhead Athletes. OPER TECHN SPORT MED 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.otsm.2021.150797] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Takeuchi S, Sugimoto K, Goto H, Tsuchiya A, Takenaga T, Takaba K, Saito M, Futamura H, Murakami H, Yoshida M. Characteristics of Femoral Torsion Angles and Relationships Between Femoral Torsion Angles and Hip Rotational Motion Variables in Adult Baseball Players. Orthop J Sports Med 2020; 8:2325967120966319. [PMID: 33415173 PMCID: PMC7750773 DOI: 10.1177/2325967120966319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2020] [Accepted: 06/08/2020] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
Abstract
Background: Abnormalities in hip rotational motion (HRM) are risk factors for throwing
injuries. To evaluate hip rotational motion, it is necessary to assess the
torsion angle. However, no studies have investigated the femoral torsion
angle (FTA) in baseball players. Purpose: To investigate differences in hip FTA of adult baseball players through use
of ultrasonography to evaluate the relationship between the FTA and HRM. Study Design: Cross-sectional study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods: A total of 149 elite male baseball players (mean age, 20.0 ± 1.8 years; 64
pitchers, 85 position players) were enrolled in this study. Ultrasonographic
assessment of FTA was performed based on the tilting angles of the anterior
surface of the femoral neck and condylar axis. The hip internal rotation
(HIR) and hip external rotation (HER) were assessed at 0° and 90° of
flexion. Data related to FTA and HRM were compared between hips and between
pitchers and position players. Results: No significant difference was observed in the FTAs between hips for any
player (lead hip, 20.5° ± 9.2°; trail hip, 19.6° ± 9.8°; P
= .276). No significant difference was observed in FTAs of both hips between
pitchers and position players (lead hip, 20.1° ± 9.4° and 20.9° ± 9.0°,
respectively, P = .957; trail hip, 19.5° ± 9.8° and 19.7° ±
9.8°, P = .999). In terms of HER in 90° of hip flexion in
both hips, significant differences were observed in HRM variables between
pitchers and position players (lead hip, 33.0° ± 8.9° and 37.5° ± 9.8°,
respectively, P = .024; trail hip, 35.6° ± 9.6° and 40.4° ±
10.2°, P = .035). Linear regression analysis revealed a
significant agreement between the FTA and HIR at both 0° (R
= 0.298, P < .001) and 90° of hip flexion
(R = 0.279, P < .001). Conclusion: Our findings indicated that FTAs were not different between the hips of elite
baseball players. Abnormalities of the HRM are not caused by differences in
the FTA but rather involve soft tissue tightness around the hip area or
other bony morphologic factors in the hip joint.
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- Satoshi Takeuchi
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Japan.,Department of Sports and Fitness, Faculty of Wellness, Shigakkan University, Obu, Japan
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- Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine Center, Meitetsu Hospital, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Japan
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Hamano N, Shitara H, Tajika T, Ichinose T, Sasaki T, Kamiyama M, Miyamoto R, Kuboi T, Endo F, Yamamoto A, Takagishi K, Chikuda H. Relationship between tightness of the hip joint and shoulder/elbow injury in high school baseball pitchers: a prospective study. Sci Rep 2020; 10:19979. [PMID: 33203930 PMCID: PMC7673013 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-76894-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2020] [Accepted: 11/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Some studies have reported that upper limb tightness is a risk factor for shoulder/elbow pain in high school baseball pitchers; but there has been insufficient research on the relationship between lower limb tightness and shoulder and elbow pain in pitchers. This study aimed to clarify the correlation among pre-season hip range of motion (ROM) and shoulder and elbow disorders in high school baseball pitchers. We surveyed 125 high school pitchers. Hip ROM was measured in the supine and prone positions. After the season, based on their answers to the self-recorded questionnaire, a “shoulder or elbow injury” was defined as any condition resulting in the pitcher being considered disabled for ≥ 8 days. An independent t-test and logistic regression analysis were used for statistical analysis. Eleven disabled pitchers (9%) were identified during the season. In the injured group, the ROM of the plant side hip with 90° flexed external rotation was smaller than that in the non-injured group. Preseason limited ROM in the plant side hip with 90° flexed external rotation was a risk factor for the occurrence of shoulder/elbow pain in the season.
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- Noritaka Hamano
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-39-22 Showa, Maebashi, Gunma, 371-8511, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-39-22 Showa, Maebashi, Gunma, 371-8511, Japan.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-39-22 Showa, Maebashi, Gunma, 371-8511, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-39-22 Showa, Maebashi, Gunma, 371-8511, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-39-22 Showa, Maebashi, Gunma, 371-8511, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-39-22 Showa, Maebashi, Gunma, 371-8511, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-39-22 Showa, Maebashi, Gunma, 371-8511, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-39-22 Showa, Maebashi, Gunma, 371-8511, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-39-22 Showa, Maebashi, Gunma, 371-8511, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-39-22 Showa, Maebashi, Gunma, 371-8511, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-39-22 Showa, Maebashi, Gunma, 371-8511, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, 3-39-22 Showa, Maebashi, Gunma, 371-8511, Japan
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Wasserberger KW, Downs JL, Barfield JW, Williams TK, Oliver GD. Lumbopelvic-Hip Complex and Scapular Stabilizing Muscle Activations During Full-Body Exercises With and Without Resistance Bands. J Strength Cond Res 2020; 34:2840-2848. [DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0000000000002842] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Oliver GD, Downs JL, Friesen KB, Saper MG, Anz AW, Andrews JR. Biceps Tendon Changes and Pitching Mechanics in Youth Softball Pitchers. Int J Sports Med 2020; 42:277-282. [PMID: 32947639 DOI: 10.1055/a-1236-3855] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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With the lack of pitch count regulation, youth softball pitchers are experiencing unremitting high stresses on the anterior shoulder. The purpose of this study was to examine the association of acute changes in the long head of the biceps tendon with pitching kinematics and kinetics in youth softball pitchers following an acute bout of pitching. Twenty-three softball pitchers (12.17±1.50 yrs.; 160.32±9.41 cm; 60.40±15.97 kg) participated. To investigate the association between biceps tendon changes and kinematic and kinetic changes from pre- to post-simulated game, each biceps tendon measure was split into those whose biceps tendon thickness, width, and/or area increased pre- to post-simulated game, and those whose did not. There were significant differences in biceps tendon longitudinal thickness (Z=- 2.739, p=0.006) and pitch speed; as well as a difference between groups in biceps tendon transverse thickness and the amount of change in trunk rotation at the start of the pitching motion (p=0.017) and the amount of change in trunk flexion at ball release (p=0.030). This study illustrates the association of trunk and lower extremity kinematics and shoulder kinetics with morphologic changes in the biceps tendon with an acute bout of windmill softball pitching.
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA
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- Andrews Research and Education Foundation, Gulf Breeze, FL, USA
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- Andrews Research and Education Foundation, Gulf Breeze, FL, USA
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Tajika T, Oya N, Ichinose T, Shimoyama D, Sasaki T, Hamano T, Shitara H, Yamamoto A, Sakamoto M, Takagishi K, Chikuda H. Relation between grip and pinch strength and pitch type in high school pitchers with and without elbow symptoms. J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) 2020; 28:2309499019890743. [PMID: 31986969 DOI: 10.1177/2309499019890743] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Gripping and pinching a ball is a fundamentally important part of the kinetic chain for throwing baseball pitches of various types. This study of high school pitchers was conducted to assess the association between grip and pinch strength, the pitch type, and the history of elbow symptoms. METHODS We examined 133 high school baseball pitchers, all of whom had completed a self-administered questionnaire including items related to pitch type throwing ratios, the age at starting each pitch type, and throwing-related elbow joint pain sustained during the prior 3 years. We measured grip strength and the bilateral side tip, key, and palmar pinch strengths. Comparisons were made between the participants with and without an elbow symptom history to assess the grip and each pinch strength, throwing ratio of pitch type, and the age at starting to throw each pitch type. RESULTS Pitchers with an elbow symptom history exhibited less difference between the grip strength on the throwing side than those with no elbow symptom history (p = 0.04). No difference was found between participants with and without an elbow symptom history in terms of pinch strength, the throwing ratios of pitch types, or the age at starting to throw pitches of each type. Positive significant association was found between pinch strength on the pitching side and the forkball and screwball throwing ratio (r = 0.27, p = 0.002). CONCLUSION Grip strength might influence high school baseball pitcher elbow conditions. The frequency of certain pitch types might develop pinch strength in high school baseball pitchers.
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- Tsuyoshi Tajika
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saint-Pierre Hospital, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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- Department pf Physical therapy,Graduate School of Health Science, Gunma University, Gunma, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sada Hospital, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Gunma University Graduate School of Medicine, Gunma, Japan
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Ahmed S, Brown J, Gray J. Predictors of throwing performance in amateur male cricketers: A musculoskeletal approach. Eur J Sport Sci 2020; 21:1119-1128. [PMID: 32883180 DOI: 10.1080/17461391.2020.1819434] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Optimal throwing speed and accuracy is built on a complex interaction of multiple variables. Although strength and power has been associated with throwing speed in cricketers, the individual muscles that contribute to optimal function of the shoulder-complex has not been adequately explored in connection with throwing performance. Consequently, this study aimed to investigate the correlation between musculoskeletal variables and overhead throwing performance in cricketers. Thirty-two amateur male cricketers were tested using a battery of 16 tests (strength, flexibility, scapula positioning) as well as a throwing speed (TS) and a novel accuracy test (TA). Only two of the sixteen tests were correlated with throwing performance in the multiple regression analysis. Non-dominant hip abduction strength correlated positively with TS (p < 0.05): on average, a strength increase of 10 newtons (N) was associated with an increase in TS of 0.60 km/h (95% CI: 0.12-1.08). Non-dominant pectoralis minor length correlated positively with TA (p < 0.01): on average, a one-centimetre increase in the length correlated to an increase, of 0.633 points (95% CI: 0.225-1.041). This cross-sectional study demonstrated that from an array of musculoskeletal variables, only non-dominant hip abduction strength correlated with TS, while only non-dominant pectoralis minor length correlated with TA in amateur cricketers.
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- Safwaan Ahmed
- Division of Exercise Science and Sports Medicine, Department of Human Biology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Newlands, South Africa
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- Institute of Sport and Exercise Medicine, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, South Africa.,IOC Research Centre, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Exercise Science and Sports Medicine, Department of Human Biology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Newlands, South Africa.,Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa.,Cricket South Africa, Johannesburg, South Africa
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Downs J, Wasserberger K, Oliver GD. Influence of a Pre-throwing Protocol on Range of Motion and Strength in Baseball Athletes. Int J Sports Med 2020; 42:183-190. [PMID: 32851634 DOI: 10.1055/a-1214-6278] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Though chronic overhand throwing is known to result in range of motion and strength adaptations, there is limited research regarding interventions for maintenance of these characteristics. Therefore, the purposes of this study were to explore the use of a pre-throwing protocol focusing on lumbopelvic-hip complex musculature in high school baseball players and examine its effects on shoulder and hip range of motion and isometric strength over the course of a season. Four exercises were added to the intervention team's warm-up routine. The control and intervention teams' passive bilateral hip and shoulder range of motion and isometric strength were assessed pre/post-season. A multivariate analysis of variance revealed significant differences in delta scores between the teams for multiple shoulder and hip range of motion and isometric strength variables. Key results were the intervention team lost significantly more stride hip external rotation but gained more isometric strength than the control team. The intervention team was also able to better maintain shoulder range of motion than the control team. Practitioners should use the results of this study and consider incorporating exercises that target lumbopelvic-hip complex musculature into their current training program.
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- Jessica Downs
- School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, United States
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- School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, United States
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- School of Kinesiology, Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama, United States
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Scapular Dyskinesis and the Kinetic Chain: Recognizing Dysfunction and Treating Injury in the Tennis Athlete. Curr Rev Musculoskelet Med 2020; 13:748-756. [PMID: 32827302 DOI: 10.1007/s12178-020-09672-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW This article aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of scapular dyskinesis and its impact on the kinetic chain in tennis athletes. RECENT FINDINGS Optimal glenohumeral biomechanics are intimately associated with proper scapular motion and function. The tennis serve requires the scapula to act as a force transducer in the kinetic chain to convert potential energy generated in the lower extremities to kinetic energy in the upper extremity. Any aberration within this complex kinetic chain will result in force uncoupling and increases the potential for injury through compensatory mechanisms. Specifically, scapular dyskinesis has been associated with an increased risk of shoulder pain of up to 43% in overhead athletes. These pathologies include rotator cuff disease, subacromial and posterior impingement, labral injuries, and SLAP tears. Although the direct causality of these injuries remains controversial, multiple kinematic studies have demonstrated altered scapular positioning increasing the predilection for soft tissue pathology. The diagnosis of scapular dyskinesis is predicated upon a thorough history, physical examination, and observational analysis of key nodes in the kinetic chain during tennis activity. Conservative management remains the mainstay of treatment and consists of a graduated physical therapy regimen. Although shoulder pain in the overhead athletes is often multifactorial, early recognition and treatment of scapular dyskinesis generally carry a favorable prognosis and result in improved patient outcomes.
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Schwab LM, McGhee D, Franettovich Smith MM, Mendis MD, Hides J. Pre-season screening of the upper body and trunk in Australian football players: A prospective study. Phys Ther Sport 2020; 46:120-130. [PMID: 32942242 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2020.06.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2020] [Revised: 06/22/2020] [Accepted: 06/23/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine whether screening tests of upper body, trunk region, and of whole-body function could prospectively identify community AFL players who sustain in-season shoulder/head/neck injuries. Additionally, to present screening test reference values. DESIGN Prospective cohort; SETTING: Community sport; PARTICIPANTS: 142 male community AFL players (range 15-37 years). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES (i) isometric shoulder external and internal rotation (ER/IR) strength; (ii) upper body combined elevation functional ROM; (iii/iv) whole-body functional jump ROM; (v) static thoracic spine angle; (vi) cervical joint proprioception, and (vii) trunk muscle size and function. Results were compared among players with (n = 21) and without (n = 121) an in-season shoulder, head, or neck injury. ROC analysis and odds ratios were used to determine the predictive values. RESULTS Two screening tests predicted an in-season shoulder, head, or neck injury; dominant and non-dominant isometric ER strength (AUC 0.629, 95%CI 0.51-0.74; optimal cut point 182 N and AUC 0.619, 95%CI 0.50-0.74; optimal cut point 184 N, respectively). The adjusted odds ratio for the strongest predictor: dominant ER muscle strength was 6.02 (95%CI 1.8-19.9). CONCLUSION Greater ER strength was associated with in-season shoulder/head/neck injuries in community AFL players; however, further research is required to determine the clinical significance of this finding.
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- Laura M Schwab
- Griffith University, School of Allied Health, Brisbane, QLD, Australia.
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- University of Wollongong, School of Medicine, Wollongong, NSW, Australia
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- Griffith University, School of Allied Health, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Griffith University, School of Allied Health, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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