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4 Ways to Cure a Tired Arm

By Jon Doyle
DoyleFitness.com

Every year young athletes deal with tired, sore arms. Even worse, when not treated properly, what started as a simple ailment can quickly turn into a season-ending injury, or worse, major reconstructive surgery. Whether it's baseball or softball -- or any other sport involving constant use of the arm -- the tips below can provide relief from an arm already in pain.

Tired Arm Remedy No.1: R.I.C.E.

The first thing you should do when you have a sore arm is make an appointment with doctor. In the interim employ the R.I.C.E method -- which stands for Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. Rest: Don't throw for a few days until arm pain has subsided and you have visited a doctor.
Ice: Alternate with 20 minutes of ice time, 20 minutes with ice off and back to 20 minutes of ice time.
Compression: Wrap the arm with an ACE bandage to minimize inflammation.
Elevation: Keep the injured area elevated above the level of the heart with a pillow.

 Tired Arm Remedy No.2: Strengthen the Shoulder Girdle

Most people focus on strengthening the rotator cuff. This is important, but be sure not to overlook the muscles surrounding the scapula or shoulder blade. The following two movements can both help an injured shoulder and prevent an injury from occurring. Note: Be sure to check with your doctor or physical therapist first before attempting these movements.  

Internal External Rotation: With bands looped under feet and upper arm parallel to ground, rotate hands down so they are level with the elbow. Pull back up with constant tension. Perform three sets of 12-15 reps, 2-3 times per week. Light dumbbells can also be used in place of bands.

Cuban Press: As above, hold bands at sides. Pinch shoulders back, then pull weight up with constant tension and upper arm parallel to ground. Perform three sets of 12-15 reps, three times per week. Again, light dumbbells can also be used. Tired

Arm Remedy No.3: MassageWhether massage increases blood flow to the muscles, a general deep tissue sports massage can work out muscle adhesions and tension in the arm. For athletes that perform the same activity at a high volume, such as a pitcher, schedule time with a massage practitioner at least once per week during the season. This can reduce the risk of repetitive injuries, such as tendonitis, and prime your body for peak performance. Note: For acute injuries, such as a hamstring pull, immediate massage is not recommended initially. Try inflammation- reducing strategies such as R.I.C.E before you turn to massage.

Tired Arm Remedy No.4: Sleep and Proper NutritionThough common sense, these two areas are often overlooked -- and can make or break how your body feels and recovers. The key is to keep it simple. (The last thing you need to do is stress yourself out.) Get at least seven hours of uninterrupted sleep per night, preferably more. Eat fresh, whole foods that help with your recovery and performance These methods seem simple, yet many fail to follow any or all of them. They can make a tremendous difference in your ability to recover from injury and everyday wear and tear -- no matter what sport you're playing.

Athletics 7 Yankees 0

Led by a nine hit attack and the combined no hit pitching of Evan Barrera, Andrew In, and Michael Carley, the West Warwick PIC Athletics were able to defeat the Gordon Orthodontics Yankees, 7-0. 

12 year old All Star, Evan Barrera, pitched the first three innings and struck out five batters and walked one.  Fellow 12 year old All Star, Mike Carley, who came into a bases loaded situation in the top of the fourth inning, struck out two and walked two in 2 1/3 innings pitched to perserve the victory for the Athletics. 

In the bottom of the first inning, the Athletics scored two runs on hits by Evan Barrera (lead off triple), Matt Grenier (single), Jon Vincent (r.b.i. single), and a fielder's choice by Mike Carley. 

In the bottom of the second inning, the Athletics broke open the game with five runs on five hits for a 7-0 lead.  Providing the hits for the Athletics were Alex Hernandez (single), Evan Barrera (single), Matt Grenier (two run double), Andrew In (two run triple), and Kyle Baxter (r.b.i. single). 

Marlins 10 Dodgers 6

Led by the pitching of Jake Roy and Ben Roy, the Richard's Oil Marlins came from behind to defeat the Coventry Glass Dodgers, 10-6.  Jake Roy struck out five and allowed only one hit in three innings, while his twin brother, Ben, came into the game in the fifth inning to prevent a Dodger late game rally.

Offensively, the Marlins received contributions from Ben Roy (2/4, triple, one run scored, and 3 r.b.i.'s), Joe Maynard (two runs scored), and Brian Moretti (two runs scored).

Offensively, the Dodgers were led by Rich McNeil (2/4, two runs scored) and Seth St. George (2/3, one triple).

Red Sox 6 Marlins 1

In the Winner's Bracket Semi-Finals, the Centreville Bank Red Sox defeated the Richard's Oil Marlins, 6-1, and advanced to Tuesday night's showdown against the Titan Sport's Orioles.

Led by the combined four hit pitching of Nick Motroni, Greg D'Ambrosca, and Tyler Boisclair, the Red Sox were able to keep the potent Marlins off the bases for most of the game.  Motroni struck out five in two innings of no hit ball.  In two innings of middle relief, D'Ambrosca gave up one hit and struck out three.  In the last two innings, Boisclair gave up one run on three hits and struck out three.

In the bottom of the first inning, the Red Sox took a 1-0 lead when Kurtis Quinn doubled and scored on Greg D'Ambrosca's single to left field.

In the bottom of the second inning, the Red Sox made it 3-0 when Andrew D'Ambrosca (walk) and Mike Tetreault (walk) scored on a double by Jacob Valenti-Ochs.

In the bottom of the fourth inning the Red Sox broke the game open with three runs on two hits (Nick D'Ambra and Tyler Boisclair), two walks, and two errors.

In the top of the sixth inning, the Marlins scored when Joe Maynard (double) and scored on Tom Pecchia's single to right field. 

Orioles 4 Athletics 3

For the third time this year, the Titan Sports Orioles (16-1 regular season record) were able to hold off the suprising Athletics (9-8 regular season record) by one run, 4-3.  

Led by the pitching of 11 year old All Star Matt Grenier, the Athletics (last year's playoff champions), kept the Oriole and Athletic faithful at the edge of their seats for six innings.  Grenier, who threw 58 of his 78 pitches for strikes, struck out 12 and walked one (intentionally) while allowing two earned runs on four hits.  During the first five innings, Grenier allowed one hit (Ray Zincone's lead of single in the fourth inning) and faced only 18 batters.

Oriole 12 year old All Star Nick Morel was equally impressive in middle relief.  Morel, who pitched three innings allowed only one hit and struck out one.  While Morel was able to keep the Athletics offense in check, the Orioles were able to stay in striking distance.

In the top of the second inning, the Athletics scored three runs on three walks (Andrew In, Kyle Baxter, and Alex Hernandez), one perfectly executed suicide squeeze (Matt Reid), and a clutch two out, two run double by Evan Barrera.

In the bottom of the second inning, the Orioles opportunistically scored a run, despite striking out three times, on two errors and a passed ball to cut the lead to 3-1. 

In the bottom of the fourth inning, the Orioles scored another run when Ray Zincone singled, moved to second on a passed ball, and scored on a error. 

After Trevor Lawton held the Athletics scoreless in the top of the sixth inning, the Orioles were able to score two runs and escape with a heart pumping, 4-3, playoff victory. 

Nick Morel reached second base when his fly ball was misjudged and landed over an Athletic outfielder.  With Morel on second and the count reaching 1-2, Ray Zincone hit a "baltimore chop" up the middle tying the game at 3-3.  After Trevor Lawton reached on a fielder's choice and stole second, Cullen Kirchmeyer was intentionally walked to set up the force out.  Unfortunatley for the Athletics, the clock struck midnight early, as Hunter Dean lined a single to center, ending any hopes of a "Cinderella" date for the Athletics against the Red Sox in the Winner's Bracket final of the West Warwick Cal Ripken Playoffs.

Now the top two regular season teams (Orioles and Red Sox) will face each other for the fourth time this year.  The Marlins will now face the Athletics in a Loser's Bracket game. 

The Eastern Division All Stars defeated the Western Division All Stars, 13-4 on Sunday Night in the WWCRL first Interleague All Star Game. 

During Saturday night's Team Night, the Orioles and Athletics finished tied for first place with 30 points.  The Red Sox finished third place with 26 points.  In the the "BASERUNNING" relay race, the Athletics (Matt Grenier, Andrew In, & Mike Carley) finished first with a time of 25.72.  In the "AROUND THE HORN" competition, the Red Sox (Jordan Hendrick, Kurtis Quinn, Andrew & Greg D'Ambrosca) finished first with a time of 15.91.  In the "THROWING ACCURACY" competition, Billy Rae Singpracha (Orioles) finished first with 16 points.  In the "HOME RUN" hitting contest, Richard McNeil (Dodgers) won the event with 55 points.