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Here is a question I received in Coaches Club
"I have a question about 3/2 asymmetries on the FMS. I understand that 3/1s and 2/1s are never accepted or acceptable. 3/2s are acceptable on shoulder mobility and pitchers because of the adaptations in the shoulder from throwing." I assume it refers to ...
Recently, I had a discussion with another University of Evansville faculty member about how much information I share through articles, videos, and social media. There's one reason I do that . . . I'm so passionate about what I do.
I don't know how to say this without it coming off as a humble brag or even just an outright brag. But I need to tell you something because I think there are some good lessons I learned from it and I want to share them with you.
I won the Berger Faculty Scholarship Award from the University of Evan...
By Carlos Reyes PT, DPT, SCS, MS, CSCS
Change of direction (COD) performance is a key foundation to agility as it incorporates key qualities associated with athletic performance.1 The ability to change direction effectively is considered vital for successful participation in many field and court sp...
When considering which specific tests we would perform after movement screening, both ankle dorsiflexion and thorax (or thoracic) mobility would be at the top of our list (particularly in the overhead athlete). Performing this test gives invaluable information and it has proven to be reliable but ju...
Where can I find Free NATA BOC CEU Courses?
We have compiled a complete list of free NATA BOC approved courses. This list contains all of the free CEUs available. The CEU list for athletic trainers can be found here.
What if I am dual credentialed ATC CSCS or PT CSCS, do my NATA CEUs count t...
Home CEU Connection is similar to MedBridge in that both give unlimited access to their entire library of online video and live interactive webinar CEUs for one full year. While I have not had a Home CEU Connection subscription, there are some clear differences between MedBridge and Home CEU Conne...
My days in a typical outpatient clinic have been over for some time, but I will never forget the feeling. It felt like my hundredth patient of the day with a rotator cuff repair, and as I stood holding his arm he started telling me about his cat.
I struggled to listen to the small talk as I rememb...
This is a mobility drill I frequently use with my pitchers.
If you're looking for a complete pitcher training program that focuses on readiness, recovery and development, check out the Pitcher Performance & Durability program by Athlete Development Solutions.
Testing single limb vertical jump for return to sport? Here’s how I do it simply without equipment. For more in-depth information on return to sport testing, check out our MedBridge course, Return to Full Performance After ACL Reconstruction Rehabilitation.
Check out our testing team featured in this MLB Prospect Development Pipeline video, including the Y Balance Test, ROM, and grip strength.
Wondering how MLB Combine tests are used for player development? See how the Selective Functional Movement Assessment Top Tier Movements, Functional Movement Screen, range of motion (including all shoulder, elbow and hip range of motion; thoracic rotation; and half kneeling closed chain dorsiflex...
