3-D Motion Detector Can Prevent Pitching Injuries

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Channel: Inside Science · 2013 · Science & Technology

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New technology can give warning before an injury takes a pitcher out of the game.  A new tracking system uses sensors placed on the arm and shoulder to collect data in order to monitor arm movement and rhythm. Results show over 38% of players have abnormal rhythm patterns after 60 pitches.

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