Shoulder Injuries In Baseball Players
Shoulder Injuries In Baseball Players
Any set back where an athlete is unable to play or practice their sport can be detrimental to their future career. Shoulder injuries in aspiring baseball players are important to treat immediately so the athlete is able to make a speedy recovery. At Island Sports Physical Therapy in East Northport, Huntington, Glen Cove, East Meadow, Nesconset, and Coram, we understand the importance of not only a quick recovery but also a fully healed and improved shoulder.
Overhand throwing which is a large component of baseball, places a high amount of stress on the shoulder. At Island Sports Physical Therapy in East Northport, our physical therapists have found that specifically, this stress targets the scapula, humerus, and clavicle. In baseball, pitching is the most common cause of shoulder injuries due to the nature of throwing as well as the speed and repetitiveness of the activity.
Shoulder fatigue is a common symptom in baseball players. Island Sports Physical Therapy in East Northport has found that pitchers and baseball players, in general, can loosen the ligaments that attach the shoulder to the muscles. This causes the joint to lose its stability and this can ultimately cause a shoulder injury in the baseball player.
Treatment options:
Island Sports Physical Therapy’s team of physical therapists recommend that when an aspiring baseball player has a shoulder injury, they should treat the injury with these tips:
- Ice the injury
- Rest the injury
- Stretch the shoulder and perform shoulder exercises under the guidance of a physical therapist
- Surgery – If the injury does not improve with physical therapy and at-home care.
Island Sports Physical Therapy uses physical therapy techniques to restore the shoulder, however, depending on the severity of the injury it may require surgery. If you are an aspiring baseball player and are suffering from a shoulder injury schedule an appointment at Island Sports Physical Therapy in East Northport to ensure that you are able to get back in the game as soon as possible. Here at Island Sports Physical Therapy located in East Northport, Huntington, Glen Cove, East Meadow, Nesconset, and Coram, our patients are our main concern. To schedule an appointment please call 631-462-9595 or click here to schedule an appointment online.
