Dr. Tom Gormely

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

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)

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

When learning new sport skills and developing a motor plan, the athlete must reach a point of autonomous recall that fits the environment and task at hand. As discussed in [a previous blog post], motor learning can be influenced and driven through the correct steps of the teacher and learner.

Motor learning is an evolving and emerging area of sports science. In physical therapy education, there is a broad focus on motor learning strategies and skill acquisition as it pertains to neuro-rehabilitation (i.e. post-CVA). More recently, sports science has picked up the concepts of scientifically-informed motor learning strategies and