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Dr. Tom Gormely

Dr. Tom Gormely

Board certified orthopedic clinical specialist, doctor of physical therapy, and certified strength and conditioning coach specializing in the development and science of rotational athletes.

The Thrower’s Shoulder (Part 2): A Few of the Main Biomechanical Factors to Know

The Thrower’s Shoulder (Part 2): A Few of the Main Biomechanical Factors to Know

The base to build upon for training, throwing development, and arm care is a deep understanding of the basic anatomy of the shoulder (covered in Part 1). The initial goal should always be to better understand the parts of the shoulder complex and their individual actions. Understanding this basic anatomy

The Thrower’s Shoulder (Part 1): The Functional and Relevant Anatomy of the Shoulder Complex

The Thrower’s Shoulder (Part 1): The Functional and Relevant Anatomy of the Shoulder Complex

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the human body with a remarkable range of motion. The shoulder has an ability to move within 3 degrees of freedom (DOF): Flexion & Extension, Abduction & Adduction, Internal Rotation & External Rotation. The mobility of the shoulder allows it to complete

What Constitutes a Good Warm-up?

What Constitutes a Good Warm-up?

A good warm-up is essential before engaging in any physical activity, as it helps prepare your body and mind for the upcoming demands of the exercise. The primary goals of a warm-up are to increase blood flow to muscles, raise body temperature, improve joint flexibility, enhance movement patterning, excite the

How to Integrate Biomechanical Assessments, Skill Acquisition Motor Theory and On-Field Coaching to Enhance QB Play

How to Integrate Biomechanical Assessments, Skill Acquisition Motor Theory and On-Field Coaching to Enhance QB Play

Podcast reposted from The Athletic Football Show ft. Dr. Tom Gormely, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS This podcast episode with Co-Founder Dr. Tom Gormely, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS details the integrative approach to improving QB skillset within a synergistic team environment. He as well as Will Hewlett (QB Coach), explain their

How Do the Shoulder Blade, Spine and Rib Cage Influence Throwing

How Do the Shoulder Blade, Spine and Rib Cage Influence Throwing

The shoulder blade (scapula), spine, and rib cage all play important roles in the arthrokinematics and kinematics of shoulder motion. Understanding how they work together is crucial for proper shoulder function, especially in activities that require high-level throwing, such as playing quarterback. The shoulder experiences a tremendous load when throwing

The Biomechanics of Throwing a Football: The Science Made Simple

The Biomechanics of Throwing a Football: The Science Made Simple

1) Hip-Shoulder Separation: The Key to Power Hip-shoulder separation angle and timing are crucial factors that influence throwing in sports. Hip-shoulder separation angle refers to the angle between the pelvis and the shoulders during the throwing motion. This angle serves as the transition of power from the pelvis (lower half)

Kinesthetics and Skill Expression in Sports

Kinesthetics and Skill Expression in Sports

Why is Kinesthetic Awareness important in Skill Development and Athletics? Proprioception is an important variable both in life and in specific athletic skill, however, kinesthetic awareness really serves as the driver behind both skill acquisition and coordinated skill expression. Athletes/individuals have varying degrees of kinesthetic awareness at birth (possible