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SOFTBALL PLAYERS ARE PROTECTING THEIR ARMS
FROM OVERUSE PAIN & INJURY WITH NEW SLEEVE
The Kinetic Arm is the world's first dynamic arm stabilizer proven to reduce dynamic arm stress that can lead to fatigue, pain, and injuries.
Monday, Feb 19 2024
by Chris Lin
Why Softball Players Need the Kinetic Arm
Many softball players, including professionals, are at significant risk of developing overuse injuries, especially from throwing and swinging.
The Kinetic Arm K2 Sleeve is a game-changing innovation designed to offer advanced protection to athletes by stabilizing both the elbow and shoulder during these high-stress movements, reducing the risk of fatigue and injury without restricting motion.
Softball injuries, particularly in young athletes, have become nearly as frequent as baseball injuries. The repetitive motions involved in pitching, catching, and batting place enormous strain on the arm, making players prone to serious pain and overuse injuries.
Softball pitchers and catchers, in particular, face high risks of shoulder, elbow, and wrist issues, often stemming from overuse. Even though underhand pitches are perceived as safer, studies have shown that the shoulder stress is comparable to that of overhand pitching.
By stabilizing both joints, the Kinetic Arm helps protect against these common injuries, giving players the chance to improve performance and prevent setbacks.
Whether you're a pitcher, catcher, or positional player, the Kinetic Arm K2 Sleeve provides dynamic support where it’s needed most, so you can keep playing your best while minimizing injury risks. Available in adult and youth sizes, it's the ideal arm care solution for all athletes.
The Kinetic Arm provides activated support to the elbow and shoulder by targeting peak stress points during passive ranges of motion, such as throwing or swinging.
Thanks to its patented MuscleWeb® design, the sleeve responds dynamically to high-stress situations, stabilizing the arm when it is most vulnerable. This helps reduce stress on both joints, minimizing the risk of injury while optimizing performance.
By wearing the Kinetic Arm during practice and games, athletes can better manage workloads, aid in recovery, and improve overall arm mechanics. The sleeve’s built-in polymers create a flexible yet supportive web that offloads stress, allowing players to build strength and power with less wear and tear on the arm.
This ultimately enables athletes to recover faster, prevent injuries, and perform at their best, giving them the confidence to stay in the game they love.
Proven Dynamic Arm Support
The Kinetic Arm MuscleWeb® design has been tested and proven to offload dynamic arm stress by stabilizing and reducing the distraction force on the elbow and shoulder during repetitive arm motions. Wearing this external layer of support is like wearing an external muscular system that helps to reinforce the ligaments, joints, and muscles to help optimize mechanics, and reduce stress that can lead to fatigue, pain, and overuse injuries.
Dr. Ryan Balmes
DPT, Board-certified clinical specialist in orthopaedics and sports physical therapy
"The Kinetic Arm definitely shows promising uses for not only rehab professionals but also for performance coaches. I foresee that this prototype can usher in a new era of health and performance for throwing athletes."
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Backed by Published Research
The Kinetic Arm is backed by data and published research, showing a significant reduction in arm stress and faster recovery times. In fact, studies have demonstrated up to a 30% reduction in arm stress while throwing. Jason Colleran, biomechanics expert and founder of the Kinetic Arm, dedicated over a decade to its research, design, testing, and development. A case study from the University of Texas at Tyler, involving a collegiate athlete with a shoulder labrum tear, highlighted how wearing the Kinetic Arm helped him recover more quickly and return to playing pain-free. This independent study confirmed the sleeve's ability to decrease arm stress and promote a faster, safer recovery.
WITH INJURY RATES ON THE RISE
IT’S TIME TO START OFFLOADING STRESS EXTERNALLY WITH KINETIC ARM
With injury rates on the rise, investing in high quality protective gear is vital.
Despite proper training techniques, throwing regulations, and protocols, there are too many individualistic variables when it comes to structure limitations, growth spurts, and physical limitations that can contribute to overuse injuries.
The only way we can truly start making a difference is to start reducing arm stress externally with the Kinetic Arm. In addition to proper training and injury prevention programs and wearing protective gear like helmets, chest protectors, shin guards, footwear; the Kinetic Arm is being worn as a protective tool to reduce the risk of arm overuse injuries.
What Models Are Available?
The Kinetic Arm K2 Sleeve is available in both adult and youth sizes, making it suitable for athletes across various sports such as baseball, softball, football, tennis, volleyball, and more. Its slim lightweight design makes it an easy to wear solution in practice or games under uniform.
K2 Adult Sleeve
K2 Youth Sleeve
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Dr. Alex Beebe, DPT
“The Kinetic Arm has been a game changer in my care for players returning from surgery or injury, along with athletes who are experiencing medial elbow discomfort or shoulder problems. Awesome product with research to back it, I highly recommend.”
Is It Worth It?
If you're a competitive athlete or are the parent of an athlete, the Kinetic Arm seems like the obvious choice to stay injury free. Just like we get insurance for our cars and homes, the Kinetic Arm is an insurance to keep our arms safe and healthy.
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Please note that Kinetic Arm products are not drugs and are not intended to treat, prevent, or cure any disease.
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