The Findings
The Future
Studies have found that a player’s range of motion and flexibility
decrease over time if they don’t use the proper technique, putting
them at greater risk for injuries.
Oliver said they are still taking participants for the study, and
hope to evaluate young athletes up to twice a year for several
years to gather the most comprehensive data to share with the
sports medicine world, both nationally and internationally.
“We have found that after pitching a simulated game (up to
age restricted pitch count), pitchers have a decrease in hip and
shoulder range of motion,” Oliver said. “These decreases in