Prevent overuse injuries and enhance performance with insights from physical therapist Clay Hammons.
In Episode 2, Clay talks about common injuries in baseball pitchers, such as elbow pain and shoulder issues. He explains the risks of "mass is gas" for pitching velocity and the importance of proper mechanics and body development.
Learn effective recovery strategies, the necessity of taking breaks, and how to maintain mobility, stability, and flexibility to prevent injuries. This episode is packed with practical advice to help pitchers stay healthy and perform at their best.
Look out for Part 2 where we dig into overuse injuries for position players in baseball and more strategies on strengthening mobility and recovery.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:18 Overuse Injuries in Baseball
06:35 Common Overuse Injuries in Pitchers
09:33 The Impact of Increasing Speeds
20:05 Recovery Strategies for Pitchers
23:44 The Problem with Mass Gain for Velocity
