Gymnastics coach spotting injury

Amanda Lumley, North Farmington, sophomore, gets help from coach Jeff Dwyer
Amanda Lumley, North Farmington, sophomore, gets help from coach Jeff Dwyer

Dr. Dave Tilley:

… Many coaches were once athletes and may have had pre-existing shoulder issues themselves.

Certain spotting positions and habits might be a contributing factor for the risk for shoulder injuries …

There are some ways to combat the risks mentioned above through education and preventative rehabilitation (using rehabilitation techniques before an injury occurs) …

Thinking Point #1: Only Using One β€œgood side” To Spot Skills

Thinking Point #2: Spotting skills with too much distance between you and the gymnast

Is The Way You Spot Setting You Up For a Shoulder Injury? (Part I)

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