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Join the R2P Academy team for in-depth and candid discussions on best practices, current concepts, and discussions on relevant topics in the world of physical therapy and rehabilitation.
The host for the Strength In Knowledge Podcast is Dr. Zach Baker, the Chief Clinical Officer at Rehab 2 Perform and member of the R2P Academy.
Core to the Curveball: Linking Lumbopelvic Control to Elbow Stress in Pitchers
Strength In Knowledge
15 minutes
3 months ago
Core to the Curveball: Linking Lumbopelvic Control to Elbow Stress in Pitchers
In this episode of Strength In Knowledge, we connect the dots between core stability and arm health in baseball pitchers. We dive into the recent study by DeZee and colleagues, which explores how lumbopelvic control during a simple step-down task relates to elbow-varus torque during pitching—an essential factor in UCL injury risk.The findings? A stable base may be just as critical as arm mechanics when it comes to protecting the elbow. We unpack what this means for movement assessments, injury prevention, and performance strategies in overhead athletes.
🧠💪 From hips to fingertips, tune in to learn how the kinetic chain truly operates—and why a single-leg step-down might belong in your pitching screen.
Association Between Lumbopelvic Stability During aSingle-Legged Step Down and Elbow-Varus Torque During Baseball Pitching Zachary J. DeZee, BS; Adam J. Barrack, MS, CSCS; Kayla Bucci, BS;Ryan J. Zerega, MS; Rachel K. Straub, PhD, CSCS;Andrew R. Karduna, PhD; Lori A. Michener, PhD, PT, ATCPMCID: PMC11866787 /DOI: 10.4085/1062-6050-0697.23
Strength In Knowledge
Join the R2P Academy team for in-depth and candid discussions on best practices, current concepts, and discussions on relevant topics in the world of physical therapy and rehabilitation.
The host for the Strength In Knowledge Podcast is Dr. Zach Baker, the Chief Clinical Officer at Rehab 2 Perform and member of the R2P Academy.
