Poor Form Causes 'Little League Elbow' In Pitchers

... An improper throwing motion appears to be contributing to the rapid increase in arm injuries in young pitchers, according to a new study presented today at the 74th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. The study finds that winding up and uncurling the body too late before releasing the ball leads to increased stress on the elbows of adolescent pitchers. [click link for full article] ...