Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Exercise Stress Test01:26

Exercise Stress Test

1.4K
Introduction
Exercise stress testing, commonly known as a treadmill test, is a noninvasive procedure used to evaluate cardiovascular function and diagnose heart conditions.
Definition
An exercise stress test measures the heart's response to exertion using a treadmill or stationary bicycle. Chest electrodes record the heart's electrical activity through an ECG, and blood pressure is monitored regularly.
Purposes
1.4K
Exercise and Muscle Performance01:27

Exercise and Muscle Performance

2.5K
Exercise induces a range of adaptations in muscle tissue, depending on the type and duration of activity. Such physical training can be broadly categorized into two types: endurance exercises and resistance exercises.
Endurance exercises
Endurance exercises involve running, swimming, or cycling, which require repetitive movements with low force output. When a person engages in endurance exercise, a few noticeable changes occur in their skeletal muscles. For instance, the number of capillaries...
2.5K
Exercise and Cardiac Output01:17

Exercise and Cardiac Output

2.0K
Regular physical activity is essential for maintaining cardiovascular health, with aerobic exercises being particularly effective. According to the American Heart Association, 150 minutes of moderate to intense aerobic exercise per week is recommended for a healthy heart. Aerobic activities may include brisk walking, running, bicycling, cross-country skiing, and swimming, ideally performed three to five times per week.
Sustained exercise increases the muscles' oxygen demand, which can be...
2.0K
Exercise and Cardiovascular Response01:20

Exercise and Cardiovascular Response

4.5K
Exercise significantly impacts cardiovascular response, which is crucial for understanding patient health and designing effective treatment plans.
Light to moderate physical activity initiates a series of interconnected responses in the body. The heart rate modestly increases in anticipation of the workout, followed by widespread vasodilation as oxygen consumption by skeletal muscles increases. This results in decreased peripheral resistance, increased capillary blood flow, and accelerated...
4.5K
Functional Groups02:45

Functional Groups

89.1K
Functional groups are a group of atoms with characteristic properties, which when linked to the carbon skeleton of a molecule, alter the properties of that molecule. For example, the presence of certain functional groups on a molecule will make them hydrophilic, whereas others will make them hydrophobic. These functional groups are an indispensable part of organic chemistry and important components of biological molecules, such as carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Each...
89.1K
Functional Groups02:45

Functional Groups

24.5K
No description available
24.5K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Sex, military occupation and rank are associated with risk of anterior cruciate ligament injury in tactical-athletes.

BMJ military health·2022
Same author

In search of a gold standard for objective clinical outcome: using dynamic biplane radiography to measure knee kinematics.

Knee surgery, sports traumatology, arthroscopy : official journal of the ESSKA·2021
Same author

Is the native ACL insertion site "completely restored" using an individualized approach to single-bundle ACL-R?

Knee surgery, sports traumatology, arthroscopy : official journal of the ESSKA·2014
Same author

Anatomic anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction: a global perspective. Part 1.

Knee surgery, sports traumatology, arthroscopy : official journal of the ESSKA·2014
Same author

The effects of limb alignment on anterior cruciate ligament graft tunnel positions estimated from plain radiographs.

Knee surgery, sports traumatology, arthroscopy : official journal of the ESSKA·2011
Same author

[Efficacy and safety of pancrealipase delayed-release capsules (Creon) in patients with pancreatic insufficiency due to chronic pancreatitis or pancreatic surgery].

Eksperimental'naia i klinicheskaia gastroenterologiia = Experimental & clinical gastroenterology·2010
Same journal

Concussion Symptom Resolution Expectations and Subsequent Development of Persisting Symptoms After Adolescent Concussion.

Journal of athletic training·2026
Same journal

Loading Patterns During Landing Tasks in Active-Duty Special Operations Forces Personnel.

Journal of athletic training·2026
Same journal

Effects of an 8-Week Core Training Program on Lumbopelvic-Hip Muscle Function and Pitching Biomechanics in Adolescent Pitchers.

Journal of athletic training·2026
Same journal

Development of a Pragmatic Prediction Model for Bone Stress Injuries in First-Year US Military Academy Cadets.

Journal of athletic training·2026
Same journal

A Graft Source Comparison of Changes in Walking Gait After Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Using Force-Sensing Insoles.

Journal of athletic training·2026
Same journal

Strengthening Peer Review: Strategic Approaches for Authors, Reviewers, Editors, Journals, and Academic Institutions.

Journal of athletic training·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 9, 2026

Muscle Function Obtained with Motion Mode Ultrasound and Surface Electromyography during Core Endurance Exercise
09:21

Muscle Function Obtained with Motion Mode Ultrasound and Surface Electromyography during Core Endurance Exercise

Published on: August 25, 2022

3.8K

Functional plyometric exercises for the throwing athlete.

D J Pezzullo1, S Karas, J J Irrgang

  • 1David J. Pezzullo is Clinical Assistant Professor at University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Department of Physical Therapy, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. He is also a Physical Therapist IV and Athletic Trainer at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Center for Sports Medicine, 4601 Baum Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.

Journal of Athletic Training
|March 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Athletic trainers can use functional plyometric exercises to enhance shoulder strength in throwing athletes. These sport-specific drills, utilizing specialized equipment, aid in safe and progressive rehabilitation for injured athletes.

More Related Videos

A Neuroscientific Approach to the Examination of Concussions in Student-Athletes
11:32

A Neuroscientific Approach to the Examination of Concussions in Student-Athletes

Published on: December 8, 2014

13.2K
Determining the Contribution of the Energy Systems During Exercise
11:15

Determining the Contribution of the Energy Systems During Exercise

Published on: March 20, 2012

42.4K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 9, 2026

Muscle Function Obtained with Motion Mode Ultrasound and Surface Electromyography during Core Endurance Exercise
09:21

Muscle Function Obtained with Motion Mode Ultrasound and Surface Electromyography during Core Endurance Exercise

Published on: August 25, 2022

3.8K
A Neuroscientific Approach to the Examination of Concussions in Student-Athletes
11:32

A Neuroscientific Approach to the Examination of Concussions in Student-Athletes

Published on: December 8, 2014

13.2K
Determining the Contribution of the Energy Systems During Exercise
11:15

Determining the Contribution of the Energy Systems During Exercise

Published on: March 20, 2012

42.4K

Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Athletic Training
  • Rehabilitation Science

Background:

  • Throwing athletes are susceptible to shoulder injuries.
  • Rehabilitation requires sport-specific, functional exercises.
  • Muscular strength is crucial for throwing performance and injury prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present functional strengthening and plyometric exercises for the throwing athlete's shoulder.
  • To guide athletic health care professionals in rehabilitating injured throwing athletes.
  • To outline a progressive approach to shoulder rehabilitation.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion of functional plyometric exercises tailored for throwing athletes.
  • Utilization of equipment such as the Inertial Exercise System, Plyo-ball, and Theraband.
  • Emphasis on sport-specific movement patterns for upper extremity strengthening.

Main Results:

  • Functional plyometric exercises can improve muscular strength in the throwing athlete's shoulder.
  • These exercises are a key component of a throwing athlete's rehabilitation program.
  • Successful completion of plyometric exercises allows for the initiation of a throwing progression.

Conclusions:

  • Functional plyometric exercises offer a safe and progressive method for rehabilitating injured throwing athletes.
  • Athletic health care professionals can integrate these exercises into comprehensive rehabilitation plans.
  • This approach facilitates the athlete's return to sport by restoring shoulder function and strength.