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Kinetic Physical Therapy’s. Pitching Survival Guide The Inn at Chester Springs January 22 nd , 2011 Chris Shearer MS, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS. Introduction. Kinetic Physical Therapy believes strongly in our Survival Guide Series. Special thanks to all of our speakers
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Kinetic Physical Therapy’s Pitching Survival Guide The Inn at Chester Springs January 22nd, 2011 Chris Shearer MS, PT, DPT, ATC, CSCS
Introduction • Kinetic Physical Therapy believes strongly in our Survival Guide Series. • Special thanks to all of our speakers • We want to be a resource for the community we serve • Without you this could not be a success • Your being here is evidence that we are all trying to solve the same problem.
Our Common Theme • Youth injuries are continuing to rise despite access to care, continuing education • www.STOPsportsinjuries.org -staggering statistics -Since 2000 there has been a 5 fold increase in the number of serious shoulder and elbow injuries among baseball and softball players
Who is here to help? • Scott Sheridan MS, PT, ATC, CSCS • Preventative Care for the Throwing Athlete • Dr. Chris Dodson • Operative Management of Baseball Injuries • Rich Dubee • Preparation for Longevity of Throwing • Open Panel Discussion