Peak Elbow Flexion Does Not Influence Peak Shoulder Distraction Force or Ball Velocity in NCAA Division I Softball Pitchers
Abstract
High shoulder distraction force has been observed in softball pitchers during the acceleration phase (top of the pitch to ball release) of a pitch. Increasing elbow flexion may reduce shoulder forces and the susceptibility to pain by shortening the lever arm of the throwing arm.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Pub Defense Publication
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2022
- Source ID
- 10.1177/23259671211067828
Entities
People
- Anthony Fava
- Gretchen Oliver
- Hillary A Plummer
- Kenzie Friesen
- Nicole Bordelon
Organizations
- Auburn University
- Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
- United States Army Aeromedical Research Lab
- University of Saskatchewan