AOSSM 2022 Annual Meeting Recordings - no CME-Considerations for Softball Throwers

Considerations for Softball Throwers

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the need to pay more attention to the safety of fast pitch softball players, as this group of athletes has been largely ignored. The windmill pitch, which is commonly used in fast pitch softball, has been considered safe, but there is a lack of research on the long-term risks associated with it. Currently, there is no regulated pitch count for these athletes, resulting in some players throwing as many as 900 pitches in one weekend. Studies have shown that fatigue and pain levels increase over the course of a tournament, indicating a risk for injury. The speaker emphasizes the importance of protecting these athletes and implementing regulations to prevent injuries.

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Matthew Smith, MD, MSc, FAOA

Keywords

fast pitch softball

safety

windmill pitch

long-term risks

pitch count