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11Akron General Sports Medicine, Akron, OH; 2Akron General Center for Family, Akron, OH.
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|September 13, 2016
Summary
Softball pitchers experience significant shoulder and elbow forces from the windmill pitch, primarily due to overuse. This analysis examines pitching mechanics, injury patterns, and potential causes of softball pitching injuries.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Biomechanics
- Epidemiology
Background:
- The windmill softball pitch exerts substantial forces on the shoulder and elbow joints.
- Softball pitchers predominantly suffer overuse injuries, differing in pattern and volume from baseball pitchers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the biomechanics and epidemiology of softball pitching.
- To identify potential causes of injuries in windmill softball pitchers.
Main Methods:
- Review of softball pitching techniques.
- Analysis of the kinetics and kinematics of the windmill pitch.
- Examination of injury data and patterns in softball pitchers.
Main Results:
- The windmill pitch involves complex biomechanical forces.
- Overuse injuries are the primary concern for softball pitchers.
- Softball pitchers may experience a different injury profile compared to baseball pitchers.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the biomechanics of the windmill pitch is crucial for injury prevention.
- Further research into the epidemiology and etiologies of softball pitching injuries is warranted.
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