Lewis Lupowitz
Prepare to Play Ball
by Bryce Tolmie ATC, CSCS & Lewis Lupowitz, PT, DPT, CSCS With baseball season just around the corner we as clinicians are starting to see a rise in arm injuries. Why? While there are many reasons that arm injuries arise in the youth athlete, the most common is due to overuse. This overuse can contribute to the alarming rate of Tommy John surgery in the 15-19 year-old age group that is increasing at an average of 6% a year (Romeo AJSM 2015) and has increased 193% in New York State over the last 10 years (Ahmad AJSM 2016). So, as we approach the season, let’s recap on what other factors as parents and coaches you can look for to decrease the chances of arm injuries. The number one factor of increasing the risk of injuries in high school and college pitchers is pitching with fatigu...
Risk Factors for Youth Overhead Athletes
by Lewis Lupowitz, PT, DPT, CSCS: Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group It’s that time of year, baseball is in the air. Players, parents, and coaches are all eager for the warmer weather, “pop” of the ball into a glove and “crack” of the bat. This is a critical time for everyone as they prepare for the start of a new season. As a sports-physical therapist specializing in the care of overhead athletes I believe it is most important to educate the masses on what it takes to get ready for the season and stay healthy throughout. The Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group has partnered with Prospect Performance Factory and recently performed pre-season screens for players. This allowed us to catch any glaring issues prior to the season getting underway and will also help us have a reference for ind...
