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Rotational athletes face unique physical challenges that traditional healthcare often misses entirely. In this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Griffin, our rotational sports specialist, we unpack the hidden mechanics behind baseball and golf injuries that can derail your season or handicap your performance.
Most athletes don't consider consulting a physical therapist until they're already in pain - a reactive approach that costs them playing time and performance. Dr. Griffin reveals why addressing the posterior shoulder is critical for baseball players who essentially play "11 months out of the year," creating constant wear on rotator cuff tissues responsible for decelerating 90+ mph throwing motions. For both golfers and batters, he breaks down how the violent rotational forces generated during swings create predictable patterns of compensation when hip mobility and strength are compromised.
What makes this discussion particularly valuable is the connection Dr. Griffin draws between seemingly unrelated body regions. The feet and ankles create the foundation, the hips generate power, and the thoracic spine enables proper rotation - when any component falters, others compensate. For golfers specifically, years of poor posture combined with limited mobility creates a perfect storm when attempting powerful drives. Rather than simply treating symptoms, Dr. Griffin explains how performance physical therapy identifies these patterns before they become injuries, allowing you to maintain peak performance throughout your competitive season.
Perhaps most compelling is how addressing these issues translates to measurable performance gains. Using technology like Rapsodo, athletes can see tangible improvements in metrics like club head speed, ball velocity, and carry distance after just a few targeted sessions. Whether you're looking to prevent injuries or maximize your athletic potential, this episode provides the roadmap for keeping your rotational sports career thriving without pain.
Ready to transform your game? Contact the Carolina Movement Doc Performance Team today through our website, social media, or podcast platforms to work directly with our rotational sports specialists.
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Rotational athletes face unique physical challenges that traditional healthcare often misses entirely. In this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Griffin, our rotational sports specialist, we unpack the hidden mechanics behind baseball and golf injuries that can derail your season or handicap your performance.
Most athletes don't consider consulting a physical therapist until they're already in pain - a reactive approach that costs them playing time and performance. Dr. Griffin reveals why addressing the posterior shoulder is critical for baseball players who essentially play "11 months out of the year," creating constant wear on rotator cuff tissues responsible for decelerating 90+ mph throwing motions. For both golfers and batters, he breaks down how the violent rotational forces generated during swings create predictable patterns of compensation when hip mobility and strength are compromised.
What makes this discussion particularly valuable is the connection Dr. Griffin draws between seemingly unrelated body regions. The feet and ankles create the foundation, the hips generate power, and the thoracic spine enables proper rotation - when any component falters, others compensate. For golfers specifically, years of poor posture combined with limited mobility creates a perfect storm when attempting powerful drives. Rather than simply treating symptoms, Dr. Griffin explains how performance physical therapy identifies these patterns before they become injuries, allowing you to maintain peak performance throughout your competitive season.
Perhaps most compelling is how addressing these issues translates to measurable performance gains. Using technology like Rapsodo, athletes can see tangible improvements in metrics like club head speed, ball velocity, and carry distance after just a few targeted sessions. Whether you're looking to prevent injuries or maximize your athletic potential, this episode provides the roadmap for keeping your rotational sports career thriving without pain.
Ready to transform your game? Contact the Carolina Movement Doc Performance Team today through our website, social media, or podcast platforms to work directly with our rotational sports specialists.