What should I do if my ArmCare test shows weakness or imbalance?Updated 2 months ago

If your ArmCare test reveals weakness or an imbalance, it’s essential to identify the cause and make adjustments before increasing throwing intensity. 

Here’s how to respond:

1. Determine If It’s a Strength or Fatigue Issue

• Compare Fresh vs. Post-Throwing Scores:

  • If strength drops significantly post-throwing, the issue may be fatigue-related, requiring recovery adjustments.

  • If strength is low before throwing, it may be a true weakness that needs targeted training.

2. Adjust Throwing Volume

• Watch Alert (Yellow): Reduce throwing workload by 30% and retest after 24-48 hours.

• Warning Alert (Red): Hold off on high-intensity throwing and focus on recovery strategies before retesting.

• If pain is present, STOP throwing immediately.

3. Modify Strength & Conditioning Based on Imbalance

• Weakness: Follow the in-app custom strength program for a training program specific to your needs. 

• Strength Loss Due to Fatigue: 

  • Weakness or imbalance is likely due to fatigue if strength has recently dropped following a heavy workload or if the non-throwing arm is getting stronger without similar changes on the throwing side.

  • Reduce overall throwing intensity and evaluate recovery habits.

4. Reassess and Track Trends Over Time

• Monitor how your numbers change over multiple tests.

• Retest before game days to ensure you’re not compensating for fatigue with mechanics that increase injury risk.

By using ArmCare’s real-time data, you can make informed decisions to correct imbalances, optimize workload, and improve durability over the season.