The Numbers That Actually Protect a Throwing Arm

Most arm injury advice is vague. Don’t overdo it. Listen to your body. Make sure he gets rest. The research is considerably more specific than that. Over the last two decades, sports medicine researchers — particularly the group at the American Sports Medicine Institute, who followed 481 youth pitchers over ten years — have put numbers on which behaviors predict injury and by how much. This article is those numbers. It’s written for parents, coaches, and athletes who want something more actionable than “be careful.”

The Six Phases of a Throw — and Exactly Where Each Injury Comes From

A baseball pitch takes about two seconds from first movement to release. The part that actually damages arms lasts a fraction of that. Your arm survives this because the load is shared — across ligament, muscle, timing, and the energy delivered up from your legs and trunk. Injuries happen when that sharing breaks down. This article walks through the throw phase by phase. For each one: what’s happening, what’s under stress, and which symptom points back to it.

Beyond the Elbow: Why Your Shoulder, Wrist, and Core May Be Contributing to Pickleball Elbow Pain

When elbow pain starts affecting your pickleball game, it’s natural to assume the problem begins and ends with the elbow itself. After all, that’s where the discomfort is felt. But in many cases, the elbow is simply the area that lets you know something isn’t working as efficiently as it could. At Motus RX, we take a whole-body approach to helping pickleball players move better. By identifying movement limitations throughout the body, we help reduce unnecessary stress on the elbow so you can enjoy the game with greater confidence.

Why Pickleball Players Develop Elbow Pain and What You Can Do About It

Pickleball has exploded in popularity over the past few years, attracting players of all ages and skill levels. It’s easy to learn, highly social, and provides an excellent way to stay active. Whether you’re playing a few recreational games each week or competing in local tournaments, the sport offers a fun combination of strategy, fitness, and friendly competition. At Motus RX, we help active adults identify the movement patterns and physical demands contributing to elbow pain so they can get back to playing with confidence.

Back Pain on Vacation: How to Stay Active and Enjoy Your Trip Without Letting Back Pain Hold You Back

Vacations are meant to be a break from everyday life. They are a chance to explore new places, spend time with family, enjoy favorite hobbies, and create lasting memories. The good news is that Back Pain does not have to define your vacation. Understanding why it happens and taking a proactive approach can help support a more enjoyable travel experience.

Back Pain While Traveling: Why Long Car Rides and Flights Can Affect Your Back

At Motus RX Physical Therapy, we regularly work with active adults who find that traveling seems to trigger or worsen Back Pain. The good news is that there are practical, movement-based strategies that can help support your back before, during, and after a trip.