Does ArmCare testing help identify potential injury risks?Updated 2 months ago

Yes. ArmCare testing is the most effective way to detect injury risks before they become serious problems. By regularly assessing strength, balance, and recovery, ArmCare can help athletes and coaches make data-driven adjustments to reduce overuse injuries and prevent dangerous compensations.

ArmCare identifies and addresses the biggest contributors to throwing injuries, including:

• Strength Deficits & Imbalances (60% of injuries) – Weak or imbalanced shoulder and forearm muscles increase joint stress, leading to issues like SLAP tears and forearm flexor strains.

• Workload Mismanagement (20% of injuries) – Throwing too much without proper recovery leads to cumulative stress and chronic overuse injuries.

• Range of Motion Deficits (15% of injuries) – Poor mobility, especially in the shoulder and scapular stabilizers, can cause compensatory mechanics that overload the elbow and shoulder.

Fatigue: The #1 Injury Multiplier

One of the most critical insights from ArmCare testing is how fatigue impacts injury risk. 

Research shows that fatigue increases the likelihood of injury by 36 times. This means that even a minor strength deficit, when combined with fatigue, can dramatically raise the risk of serious damage to the elbow or shoulder.

• Fatigue leads to compensations, forcing the body to alter mechanics to generate power, increasing joint stress.

• Recovery alerts in ArmCare highlight when an athlete’s arm has not fully recovered, preventing them from throwing in a compromised state.

• Post-exam vs. Fresh-exam comparisons help determine how well an athlete is recovering between outings, allowing adjustments before fatigue-related breakdowns occur.

How ArmCare Helps Prevent Injuries

By tracking strength, fatigue, and recovery trends, ArmCare allows athletes and coaches to:

• Catch early warning signs of muscle weakness before they lead to injury.

• Modify throwing schedules based on fatigue levels, ensuring proper recovery between high-intensity sessions. 

• Adjust strength training programs to correct imbalances and improve shoulder and forearm durability.

• Reduce the risk of catastrophic injuries like UCL tears, SLAP tears, and forearm flexor strains by maintaining optimal arm health.