Thrower’s Shoulder: PT for Overhead Athletes
Overhead athletes - such as baseball pitchers, volleyball players, swimmers, and tennis players - put enormous demands on their shoulders. One of the most common conditions they face is “thrower’s shoulder,” a broad term describing shoulder pain, instability, or dysfunction caused by repetitive overhead movements. Without proper treatment, this condition can limit performance and even cut careers short. Fortunately, physical therapy is the gold standard for recovery and prevention.
