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SPORTS MEDICINE :
SPORTS INJURIES :
SPORTS: BASEBALL, SOFTBALL :
MEDICAL: INJURIES: PREVENTION:
Take Steps to Prevent Baseball and Softball Injuries
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Take Steps to Prevent Baseball and Softball Injuries
By JEREMIAH CLINTON, M.D
Ravalli Republic
http://ravallirepublic.com/lifestyles/health-med-fit/
article_30594b9a-0662-11e5-baca-b7c8b2534089.html
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A shorter URL for the above link:
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http://tinyurl.com/o9f26br
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Even though we consider baseball a non-contact sport, most serious
injuries occur from direct contact with a bat, a ball, another player or
the ground. Also of concern are overuse injuries to the shoulder and elbow
from the repetitive nature of the game. Although we cannot prevent all
injuries we can try and reduce them by making sure players have properly
prepared before the season starts, that appropriate equipment is used,
ensure the field is safe, and by focusing on the proper techniques of the
game.
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Preparation for the game is important for both coaches and players. For
players, warming up before you start the game is very important. You do
not see the professionals running out cold and playing. They spend up to
several hours before the game warming up, stretching, and practicing
before the first at bat. It probably is not reasonable to think the
average player can spend an hour or more warming up before the game but
take 15-30 minutes and warm up with easy calisthenics like jumping jacks,
pushups, and sit-ups. Run the bases at a light jog, not only to warm up
but also to become familiar with the field and any danger it may pose.
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Stretching before the game can keep you playing without injury. It is
especially important to stretch your shoulders, hamstrings, and back. In
the big leagues, 22 pitchers that did a specific stretching routine for
their shoulders did not miss an inning over the course of a three-year
period. In contrast, a different study followed 39 pitchers that had tight
shoulders that were identified in spring training. These players did not
do a specific stretching routine, and of the 39 players followed during
the study, 23 of them, or 60 percent, had to stop playing because of
shoulder injuries. Your coach or athletic trainer may be able to give you
a simple stretching program that you can do before the game to avoid
injury.
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Many of the more serious injuries that occur during a game or practice are
centered on base running. Specific instructions and coaching the
appropriate technique can decrease the risk significantly. It is
recommended that players under the age of 10 not be taught to slide and
when initially learning to slide should do so without a base in place or
use a specific sliding bag.
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Fielders should be taught and should adhere to the obstruction rule, and
avoid blocking the runner or base when you are not in possession of the
ball, as collisions on the field can lead to serious injury to both the
runner and fielder. In contrast to the majors in little league and high
school ball the runner is required to attempt to avoid contact with the
defensive player, if they fail to do so this is considered malicious
contact and the player can be thrown from the game.
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The complete article may be read at the URL above.
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