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Course Chairmen:James R. Andrews, M.D.Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A.Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D.

January 26 – 28, 2018 Hyatt Regency Birmingham

The Wynfrey HotelBirmingham, AL

American Sports Medicine Institute

Recognized by:

Course Chairmen: James R. Andrews, M.D. Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T.,

F.A.P.T.A.Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D.

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Organizing Committee: James R. Andrews, M.D. Michael J. Axe, M.D.E. Lyle Cain, Jr., M.D.Glenn DortchJeffrey R. Dugas, M.D.Benton Emblom, M.D.Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D.José O. Ortega, M.D.Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T.,

F.A.P.T.A.

Course Coordinator:Caroline May

2018 Injuries in Baseball Course

Sponsored by:

American Sports Medicine Institute

ASMI gratefully acknowledges generous educational grants from:

PLATINUM

Stryker

GOLD

Zimmer Biomet

SILVER

Arthrex

BRONZE

ATI Physical Therapy

Christopher S. Ahmad, M.D.Professor of Orthopedic SurgeryColumbia University Medical CenterAttending Physician New York - Presbyterian HospitalVice Chair of Research Department of Orthopedic SurgeryHead Team PhysicianNew York YankeesNew York, NY

James R. Andrews, M.D.Chairman of the Board Medical DirectorAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, ALMedical DirectorThe Andrews Institute President and Chairman of the BoardAndrews Research and Education Foundation Gulf Breeze, FL

Michael J. Axe, M.D.Partner, First State OrthopaedicsPresidentAmerican Sports Medicine Fellowship SocietyProfessor, University of DelawareDepartment of Physical TherapyChair SMAC - DIAANewark, DE

Dan BlewettFormer Professional Pitcher Owner and Pitching Coach Warbird Training Academy Author - Pitching Isn’t ComplicatedHost - Dear Baseball Gods Podcast Normal, IL

Scott Burkhart, Psy. DSports NeuropsychologistConcussion Program DirectorChildren’s Health Andrews InstitutePlano, TX

E. Lyle Cain, Jr., M.D.Orthopaedic SurgeonAndrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic CenterFellowship DirectorAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Brian Capogna, M.D.Orthopaedic Sports Medicine FellowAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Emily Casey, M.D.Non-Surgical Sports Medicine PhysicianAndrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic CenterBirmingham, AL

Garrett Chapman, M.D.Orthopaedic Sports Medicine FellowAndrews Research and Education FoundationGulf Breeze, FL

Ricardo E. Colberg, M.D.Non-Surgical Sports Medicine PhysicianAndrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic CenterBirmingham, AL

2018 Injuries in Baseball Course

Faculty

American Sports Medicine Institute

Stan Conte, P.T., D.P.T., A.T.,C.Conte Injury AnalyticsSanta Clara University - Baseball MedicineNorthridge, CA

Benjamin Cox, D.O.Orthopaedic Sports Medicine FellowAndrews Research and Education FoundationGulf Breeze, FL

Ken Crenshaw, A.T.,C., C.S.C.S.Director of Sports Medicine & PerformanceArizona DiamondbacksPhoenix, AZ

Matthew Crozier, M.D.Orthopaedic Sports Medicine FellowAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Alek Z. Diffendaffer, M.S.Sports BiomechanistAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Monika Drogosz, M.P.H.Clinical ResearcherAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Jeffrey R. Dugas, M.D.Orthopaedic SurgeonAndrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic CenterFellowship DirectorAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Benton Emblom, M.D.Orthopaedic SurgeonAndrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic CenterBirmingham, AL

Rafael Escamilla, Ph.D., P.T., C.S.C.S., F.A.C.S.M.ProfessorDepartment of Physical TherapyCalifornia State University - SacramentoSacramento, CA

John Feldman, M.D.Orthopaedic Sports Medicine FellowAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D.Research DirectorAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteAdjunct ProfessorDepartment of Biomedical EngineeringUniversity of Alabama at BirminghamBirmingham, ALChairmanUSA Baseball Medical & Safety CommitteeDurham, NCInjury Research AdvisorMajor League BaseballNew York, NYPitching Safety ConsultantLittle League BaseballWilliamsport, PA

Anto Fritz, M.D.Orthopaedic Sports Medicine FellowAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Rachel Henderson, M.D.Primary Care Sports Medicine FellowAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Andrew Hutchinson, P.T., D.P.T., S.C.S.Physical TherapistClinic DirectorChampion Sports MedicineBirmingham, AL

Avani Javer, M.D.Primary Care Sports Medicine FellowAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Steve E. Jordan, M.D.Orthopaedic SurgeonAndrews InstituteGulf Breeze, FL

Michael Kern, M.D.Orthopaedic Sports Medicine FellowAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Justin Lancaster, M.D.Primary Care Sports Medicine FellowAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Christopher Looze, M.D.Orthopaedic SurgeonMedStar OrthopaedicsBaltimore, MD

Lenny Macrina, M.S.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S. Physical Therapist Board Certified Sports SpecialistCertified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Champion Physical Therapy and PerformanceWaltham, MA

Robert E. Mangine, P.T., A.T., M.Ed.National Director of Clinical Sports ResidencyNovaCare RehabilitationSenior Associate Director of Sports MedicineUniversity of CincinnatiCincinnati, OH

Sameer Mehta, P.T., D.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S.Sports Physical Therapist Clinical Supervisor - Outpatient Physical TherapyMedStar Georgetown University HospitalDirector of Rehabilitation/Sports Science & AnalyticsSt. John’s College High School BaseballWashington, DC

Matthew Meunier, M.D.Orthopedic SurgeonProfessor of Orthopedic SurgeryUC San Diego Medical CenterSan Diego, CA

Cherie Miner, M.D.Non-Surgical Sports Medicine PhysicianAndrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic CenterBirmingham, AL

Nathan Moroski, M.D.Orthopaedic Sports Medicine FellowAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Trent Nessler, P.T., M.P.T., D.P.T.National Director of Sports Medicine Innovation Select MedicalRegional Director of OperationsChampion Sports Medicine - AlabamaVice Chairman of Medical CommitteeUSA Obstacle Course RacingNashville, TN

José O. Ortega, M.D.Non-Surgical Sports Medicine PhysicianAndrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic CenterPrimary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship FacultyAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteTeam PhysicianBirmingham-Southern CollegeBirmingham, AL

E. David Osinski, M.A.Executive Director American Baseball FoundationBirmingham, AL

Russ Paine, P.T.Director of RehabilitationUT Physicians Sports MedicineHouston, TX

Casey Pierce, M.D.Orthopaedic Sports Medicine FellowAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Michael M. Reinold, D.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S.MikeReinold.comPresident and Co-FounderChampion Physical Therapy and PerformanceBoston, MA

Anthony A. Romeo, M.D.ProfessorDepartment of Orthopedic SurgerySection Head, Shoulder and Elbow SurgeryDivision of Sports MedicineRush University Medical CenterPresident, American Shoulder and Elbow SurgeonsTeam PhysicianChicago White Sox and Chicago BullsChief Medical EditorOrthopedics TodayChicago, IL

Marcus Rothermich, M.D.Orthopaedic Sports Medicine PhysicianSouth Florida Orthopaedics and Sports MedicineStuart, FL

Jonathan S. Slowik, Ph.D.Research BiomechanistAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, AL

Lynn Snyder-Mackler, Sc.D., P.T., F.A.P.T.A.Alumni Distinguished ProfessorAcademic Director of Physical Therapy ClinicDepartment of Physical TherapyUniversity of DelawareNewark, DE

Norman Waldrop, M.D.Foot and Ankle Orthopaedic SurgeonAndrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic CenterBirmingham, AL

Kenneth Wasserman, M.D.Assistant Clinical ProfessorDrexel and Jefferson University HospitalEconomics ChairmanPennsylvania Academy of DermatologyAdvisory Board, American Academy of DermatologyFounder, Major League Baseball Skin Cancer ProgramTeam Physician, Baltimore OriolesPhiladelphia, PA

Jan WeisbergHead Baseball CoachBirmingham Southern CollegeBirmingham, AL

Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A.Associate Clinical DirectorChampion Sports MedicineA Select Medical FacilityDirector, Rehabilitation ResearchAmerican Sports Medicine InstituteBirmingham, ALAdjunct Associate ProfessorDepartment of Physical TherapyMarquette UniversityMilwaukee, WI

Robert A. Williams, Jr., P.T., D.P.T.Physical TherapistMedSportAnn Arbor, MI

Needs:

The 2016 National Electronic Injury Surveillance System reported 123,247 emergency room visits due to baseball related shoulder, elbow, trunk, lower arm, head, neck, ankle and facial injuries. When we consider non-emergency room injuries from all age groups and skill levels, we conclude there is a major need to teach diagnosis, treatment and management of these injuries.

American Sports Medicine Institute

Course Description:This three-day course is for athletic trainers, biomechanists, physical therapists, sports physicians, orthopaedic surgeons, physiologists, strength and conditioning coaches, certified personal trainers and others who work with athletes in baseball.

Course Objectives: • Examine current concepts relating to the anatomy,

biomechanics, examination and treatment of the elbow • Review current treatment and rehabilitation of injuries

to the throwing elbow• Discuss current advances in the rehabilitation of

injuries to the throwing shoulder • Recognize and report current trends associated with

training procedures in baseball• Integrate shoulder anatomy with biomechanics,

examination, treatment and rehabilitation of the unstable shoulder

• Apply current advances in treatment and rehabilitation to injuries of the throwing shoulder

• Examine current concepts in primary care sports medicine and treatment of injuries in baseball and softball

• Discuss the practical aspects of developing a healthy pitcher

• Discuss the importance of rehabilitation and conditioning technique for today’s athlete

• Examine current concepts in prevention and treatment of injuries in youth baseball

• Identify and report current concepts in the treatment and rehabilitation of injuries to the lower extremity

Course Location:Hyatt Regency Birmingham The Wynfrey Hotel1000 Riverchase GalleriaBirmingham, AL 35244800-233-1234

General Information:

Registration:Hyatt Regency Birmingham - The Wynfrey HotelPre-Function AreaThursday, January 25, 2018 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.Friday, January 26, 2018 6:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.Saturday, January 27, 2018 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.Sunday, January 28, 2018 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Continental Breakfast:Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings in the ASMI Exhibit Area, during registration hours.

Lunch and Dinner:On your own

Registrants’ Reception:Friday, January 26, 2018 at 6:35 p.m. in the ASMI Exhibit Area

Course Cancellation:We reserve the right to cancel this course.

Non-Discrimination Statement:The American Sports Medicine Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, military status, sexual orientation or age. ASMI is committed to accessibility and non-discrimination in all aspects of its continuing education activities. Participants who have special needs are encouraged to contact program organizers so that all reasonable efforts to accommodate these needs can be made.

Accreditation:

CMEAmerican Sports Medicine Institute is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Sports Medicine Institute designates this live activity for a maximum of 21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

BOCThe American Sports Medicine Institute (BOC AP#P400) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to Athletic Trainers. This program is eligible for a maximum of 21 EBP Category hours/CEU’s.

NSCANational Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) approved 1.6 CEU(s) for certified individuals attending this event.

State BoardsThis continuing education program has been approved by the Alabama Physical Therapy Association for 21 contact hours, the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy for 22.5 contact hours, the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board for 21 contact hours.

Pending AccreditationAccreditation pending from the Mississippi State Board of Physical Therapy and the Texas Physical Therapy Association.

FRIDAYJanuary 26, 2018

8:00 a.m. WELCOME James R. Andrews, M.D. Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A. Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D.

SESSION I – ELBOW I

Objective: Examine current concepts relating to the anatomy, biomechanics, examination and treatment of the elbow

8:05 a.m. Moderator/Faculty Introductions Jeffrey R. Dugas, M.D. 8:10 a.m. VIDEO DEMONSTRATION Anatomy of the Elbow Moderator: Christopher Looze, M.D. Garrett Chapman, M.D. Benjamin Cox, D.O. 8:30 a.m. Biomechanics of the Throwing Elbow Jonathan S. Slowik, Ph.D.

36th Injuries in Baseball Course

January 26 – 28, 2018 Hyatt Regency Birmingham

The Wynfrey HotelBirmingham, AL

American Sports Medicine Institute

8:50 a.m. Examination of the Throwing Elbow James R. Andrews, M.D. Christopher S. Ahmad, M.D. Anthony A. Romeo, M.D.

9:05 a.m. Incidence of UCL Surgery in Collegiate Baseball Players

Marcus Rothermich, M.D.

9:25 a.m. Non-Operative Rehabilitation for Common Elbow Lesions

Stan Conte, P.T., D.P.T., A.T.,C.

9:45 a.m. Panel Discussion Moderator: Jeffrey R. Dugas, M.D. Christopher Looze, M.D. Jonathan S. Slowik, Ph.D. James R. Andrews, M.D. Christopher S. Ahmad, M.D. Anthony A. Romeo, M.D. Marcus Rothermich, M.D. Stan Conte, P.T., D.P.T., A.T.,C.

10:05 a.m. BREAK

SESSION II – ELBOW II

Objective: Review current treatment and rehabilitation of injuries to the throwing elbow

10:25 a.m. Moderator/ Faculty Introductions James R. Andrews, M.D.

10:30 a.m. KEYNOTE ADDRESS Risk Factors for UCL Injuries in Throwers Anthony A. Romeo, M.D.

10:50 a.m. Indications and Outcomes of UCL Repair with Internal Brace in Overhead Athletes

Christopher Looze, M.D.

11:05 a.m. Short-Term and Lifetime Outcomes of UCL Reconstruction

E. Lyle Cain, Jr., M.D.

11:25 a.m. Rehabilitation Following UCL Reconstruction and/or Repair

Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A.

11:45 a.m. Pitching Biomechanics Following UCL Surgery Reconstruction and/or Repair

Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D.

12:05 p.m. Two Long Roads: My Experience As a Two-Time Tommy John Surgery Survivor

Dan Blewett

12:25 p.m. Panel Discussion and Case Presentations Moderator: James R. Andrews, M.D. Anthony A. Romeo, M.D. Christopher Looze, M.D. E. Lyle Cain, Jr., M.D. Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A. Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D. Dan Blewett

12:45 p.m. LUNCH

SESSION III – REHABILITATION

Objective: Discuss current advances in the rehabilitation of injuries to the throwing shoulder

1:45 p.m. Moderator/Faculty Introductions Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A. 1:50 p.m. LIVE VIDEO DEMONSTRATION Techniques to Improve Motion, Maintain

Motion in Season Robert E. Mangine, P.T., A.T., M.Ed. 2:10 p.m. LIVE VIDEO DEMONSTRATION Scapular Strengthening &

Training Techniques Russ Paine, P.T.

2:30 p.m. Selecting the “Best Exercises” for Your Patient

Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A.

2:50 p.m. LIVE VIDEO DEMONSTRATION Manual Rib Cage Techniques to Improve

Throwing Shoulder and Breathing Techniques to Improve Rehabilitation

Ken Crenshaw, A.T.,C., C.S.C.S.

3:10 p.m. LIVE VIDEO DEMONSTRATION Manual Therapy Techniques for the Thrower’s

Shoulder: Soft Tissue, IASTM and Cupping Michael M. Reinold, D.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S.

3:30 p.m. Return to Play Interval Throwing Programs Stan Conte, P.T., D.P.T. A.T.,C.

3:50 p.m. Panel Discussion Moderator: Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A. Robert E. Mangine, P.T., A.T., M.Ed. Russ Paine, P.T. Ken Crenshaw, A.T.,C., C.S.C.S. Michael M. Reinold, D.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S. Stan Conte, P.T., D.P.T., A.T.,C.

4:10 p.m. BREAK

SESSION IV – STRENGTH & CONDITIONING

Objective: Recognize and report current trends associated with training procedures in baseball

4:30 p.m. Moderator/Faculty Introductions Michael J. Axe, M.D.

4:35 p.m. Weighted Ball Throwing Programs – Are They Safe? Effective?

Michael M. Reinold, D.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S.

4:55 p.m. Biomechanics of Long-Toss and Weighted Ball Throwing Exercises

Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D.

5:15 p.m. The 2 Out Program: What Is It and Is It Effective?

Rafael Escamilla, Ph.D., P.T., C.S.C.S., F.A.C.S.M. 5:35 p.m. Conditioning and Rehabilitation for the Female

Overhead Athlete Lynn Snyder-Mackler, Sc.D., P.T., F.A.P.T.A.

5:55 p.m. The Card Uses in 2018 Michael J. Axe, M.D. 6:15 p.m. Panel Discussion Moderator: Michael J. Axe, M.D. Michael M. Reinold, D.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S. Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D. Rafael Escamilla Ph.D., P.T., C.S.C.S., F.A.C.S.M. Lynn Snyder-Mackler, Sc.D., P.T., F.A.P.T.A.

6:35 p.m. ADJOURN 6:35 p.m. REGISTRANTS’ RECEPTION

SATURDAY January 27, 2018

7:00 a.m. ROUNDTABLE OPEN DISCUSSION UCL Rehabilitation: When Is It Safe to Initiate

A Return to Throwing Program and Return to Competition

Moderator: Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A. Christopher S. Ahmad, M.D. Anthony A. Romeo, M.D. Jeffrey R. Dugas, M.D. E. Lyle Cain, Jr., M.D. Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D. Stan Conte, P.T., D.P.T., A.T.,C. Michael M. Reinold, D.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S. Ken Crenshaw, A.T.,C., C.S.C.S.

SESSION V – SHOULDER I

Objective: Integrate shoulder anatomy with biomechanics, examination, treatment and rehabilitation of the unstable shoulder

8:00 a.m. Moderator/Faculty Introductions James R. Andrews, M.D. 8:05 a.m. VIDEO DEMONSTRATION Anatomy of the Shoulder Moderator: Marcus Rothermich, M.D. Brian Capogna, M.D. Casey Pierce, M.D. 8:25 a.m. Biomechanics of the Throwing Shoulder Rafael Escamilla, Ph.D., P.T., C.S.C.S., F.A.C.S.M.

8:45 a.m. Examination of the Throwing Shoulder Matthew Meunier, M.D. Steve E. Jordan, M.D. Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A.

9:10 a.m. KEYNOTE ADDRESS Mid-Capsular and HAGL Lesions in Throwers Christopher S. Ahmad, M.D.

9:30 a.m. Latissimus Strains in Throwers Anthony A. Romeo, M.D.

9:50 a.m. Non-Operative Rehab for Select Shoulder Lesions and Biceps Pain

Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A.

10:05 a.m. Panel Discussion Moderator: James R. Andrews, M.D. Marcus Rothermich, M.D. Rafael Escamilla, Ph.D., P.T., C.S.C.S., F.A.C.S.M. Matthew Meunier, M.D. Steve E. Jordan, M.D. Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A. Christopher S. Ahmad, M.D. Anthony A. Romeo, M.D.

10:20 a.m. BREAK

SESSION VI – SHOULDER II

Objective: Apply current advances in treatment and rehabilitation to injuries of the throwing shoulder

10:40 a.m. Moderator/Faculty Introductions E. Lyle Cain, Jr., M.D.

10:45 a.m. Lessons Learned from My First Year as a MLB Team Physician

Matthew Meunier, M.D.

11:05 a.m. Rotator Cuff Injuries in Baseball Steve E. Jordan, M.D.

11:25 a.m. SLAP Lesion Treatment: Biceps Tenodesis or SLAP Repair

E. Lyle Cain, Jr., M.D. 11:45 a.m. Lesions of the Thrower’s Shoulder:

Bennett Lesions / OCD Jeffrey R. Dugas, M.D.

12:00 p.m. Tying It All Together James R. Andrews, M.D.

12:25 p.m. Post-Operative Rehabilitation Following Selected Shoulder Surgeries

Russ Paine, P.T.

12:45 p.m. Panel Discussion and Case Presentations Moderator: E. Lyle Cain, Jr., M.D. Matthew Meunier, M.D. Steve E. Jordan, M.D. Jeffrey R. Dugas, M.D. James R. Andrews, M.D. Russ Paine, P.T.

1:05 p.m. JAMES R. ANDREWS, M.D. AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN BASEBALL SPORTS MEDICINE

ASMI CAREER SERVICE AWARD 1:15 p.m. LUNCH

CONCURRENT SESSION VII – APRIMARY CARE MEDICINE

Objective: Examine current concepts in primary care sports medicine and treatment of injuries in baseball and softball

2:00 p.m. Moderator /Faculty Introductions José O. Ortega, M.D.

2:05 p.m. Diagnostic Ultrasound for UCL Injury Ricardo E. Colberg, M.D.

2:25 p.m. Baseball-Specific Drills for Concussion Rehabilitation

Scott Burkhart, Psy.D.

2:45 p.m. Bedbugs and Traveling Athletes Kenneth Wasserman, M.D.

3:05 p.m. The Female Athlete Triad Emily Casey, M.D.

3:25 p.m. Sports Injuries Cherie Miner, M.D.

3:45 p.m. Panel Discussion Moderator: José O. Ortega, M.D. Ricardo E. Colberg, M.D. Scott Burkhart, Psy.D. Kenneth Wasserman, M.D. Emily Casey, M.D. Cherie Miner, M.D.

4:05 p.m. ADJOURN

CONCURRENT SESSION VII – B THE SCIENCE OF COACHING

Objective: Discuss the practical aspects of developing a healthy pitcher

2:00 p.m. Moderator/Faculty Introductions E. David Osinski, M.A.

2:05 p.m. Pitch Like You Throw E. David Osinski, M.A.

2:25 p.m. Biomechanics for Lefthanded and Righthanded Pitchers

Alek Z. Diffendaffer, M.S.

2:45 p.m. The Relationship Between Pitch Velocity and Elbow Torque

Jonathan S. Slowik, Ph.D.

3:05 p.m. The Relationship Between Throwing Injury and Workload in Elite Baseball Pitchers

Sameer Mehta, P.T., D.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S.

3:25 p.m. Pitching Isn’t Complicated: How to Give Better Advice, Improve Mechanics and Increase Rehab Compliance

Dan Blewett

3:45 p.m. Hitting: Ball Flight for Success Jan Weisberg

4:05 p.m. Panel Discussion Moderator: E. David Osinski, M.A. Alek Z. Diffendaffer, M.S. Jonathan S. Slowik, Ph.D. Sameer Mehta, P.T., D.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S. Dan Blewett Jan Weisberg

4:25 p.m. ADJOURN

CONCURRENT SESSION VII – CREHABILITATION

Objective: Discuss the importance of rehabilitation and conditioning technique for today’s athlete

2:00 p.m. Moderator /Faculty Introductions Michael M. Reinold, D.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S.

2:05 p.m. Recovery Techniques and Modalities for Baseball Players

Ken Crenshaw, A.T.,C., C.S.C.S. 2:25 p.m. Rehabilitation of Abdominal Strains Stan Conte, P.T., D.P.T., A.T.,C.

2:45 p.m. Advanced Phases of Rehab/Conditioning for the Overhead Athlete

Lenny Macrina, M.S.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S.

3:05 p.m. Training for Power & Acceleration TBD

3:25 p.m. Rehabilitation Following Rotator Cuff Surgery Lenny Macrina, M.S.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S.

3:45 p.m. Rehabilitation Following ACL Surgery: Where Are We Today?

Lynn Snyder-Mackler, Sc.D., P.T., F.A.P.T.A.

4:05 p.m. Reducing ACL Injuries in Sports Trent Nessler, P.T., M.P.T., D.P.T.

4:25 p.m. Rehab of Lower Back Injuries Andrew Hutchinson, P.T., D.P.T., S.C.S.

4:45 p.m. Panel Discussion Moderator: Michael M. Reinold, D.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S. Ken Crenshaw, A.T.,C., C.S.C.S. Stan Conte, P.T., D.P.T., A.T.,C. Lenny Macrina, M.S.P.T., S.C.S., C.S.C.S. Lynn Snyder-Mackler, Sc.D., P.T., F.A.P.T.A. Trent Nessler, P.T., M.P.T., D.P.T. Andrew Hutchinson, P.T., D.P.T., S.C.S.

5:05 p.m. ADJOURN

SUNDAY January 28, 2018 8:00 a.m. Introduction of Keynote Address Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A. Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D.

8:05 a.m. GOLDBERG MUELLER KEYNOTE ADDRESS ON INJURY PREVENTION How to Reduce the Risk of a Second ACL Injury

Lynn Snyder-Mackler, Sc.D., P.T., F.A.P.T.A. Grant Provided by USA Baseball

SESSION VIII – Youth & High School Baseball

Objective: Examine current concepts in prevention and treatment of injuries in youth baseball

8:35 a.m. Moderator/Faculty Introductions Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D.

8:40 a.m. The Effects of Pitching Distance and Mound Height on Youth Pitching Biomechanics

Alek Z. Diffendaffer, M.S.

9:00 a.m. Interval Throwing Programs for Kids Michael J. Axe, M.D.

9:20 a.m. Pitch Smart and Changes in High School Pitch Limits

Monika Drogosz, M.P.H.

9:40 a.m. KEYNOTE ADDRESS Skin Cancer Prevention and Treatment Kenneth Wasserman, M.D.

10:00 a.m. Panel Discussion Moderator: Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D. Alek Z. Diffendaffer, M.S. Michael J. Axe, M.D. Monika Drogosz, M.P.H. Kenneth Wasserman, M.D.

10:15 a.m. BREAK

SESSION IX – LOWER EXTREMITY Objective: Identify and report current concepts in the

treatment and rehabilitation of injuries to the lower extremity

10:30 a.m. Moderator/Faculty Introductions Norman Waldrop, M.D. 10:35 a.m. Ankle Injuries in Baseball Norman Waldrop, M.D.

10:55 a.m. Incidence and Treatment of ACL Injuries in Baseball

Jeffrey R. Dugas, M.D.

11:15 a.m. Rehabilitation and Prevention of Hamstring Strain

Robert A. Williams, Jr., P.T., D.P.T. 11:35 a.m. Common Hip Pathology in Baseball Benton Emblom, M.D.

11:55 a.m. Panel Discussion Moderator: Norman Waldrop, M.D. Jeffrey R. Dugas, M.D. Robert Williams, P.T. Benton Emblom, M.D.

12:10 p.m. CLOSING REMARKS James R. Andrews, M.D. Kevin E. Wilk, P.T., D.P.T., F.A.P.T.A. Glenn S. Fleisig, Ph.D.

12:20 p.m. ADJOURN

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