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The Mound Ready Podcast

The Mound Ready Podcast

By: Dominic Rangel PT DPT
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The Mound Ready Podcast is where baseball players, parents, and coaches learn how to recover from injuries, rebuild strength, and return to the mound the right way.

Hosted by Dominic Rangel, PT, DPT, we break down real arm care strategies, strength progressions, and performance tips so you can protect your career and throw harder, healthier, and longer.

Rehab isn’t the finish line—it’s the starting line.

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Episodes
  • Understanding Little Leaguer's Elbow: A Parent's Guide

    Understanding Little Leaguer's Elbow: A Parent's Guide
    Jun 5 2025

    In this episode, Dominic Rangel discusses Little Leaguer's elbow, a common overuse injury in youth baseball. He explains the nature of the injury, its causes, symptoms, and the importance of early detection and treatment. Rangel emphasizes the role of parents in monitoring their child's throwing mechanics and workload, and provides guidance on how to prevent this injury. The episode concludes with a Q&A addressing common concerns from parents regarding their child's recovery and future in baseball.

    Chapters

    00:00 Understanding Little Leaguer's Elbow

    04:23 Signs and Symptoms to Watch For

    07:11 Causes of Little Leaguer's Elbow

    09:33 Treatment and Recovery Process

    13:38 Parental Guidance and Prevention

    16:33 Q&A: Common Concerns from Parents
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    20 mins
  • Intro Podcast

    Intro Podcast
    May 1 2025

    On this episode of #OnTheMound, we talk about what is important to us and introduce you to me the host Dominic Rangel. We look forward to educating everyone on all things baseball and softball rehab and hope you enjoy it!
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    2 mins
  • What’s Really Causing Arm Injuries in Youth Baseball

    What’s Really Causing Arm Injuries in Youth Baseball
    May 21 2025

    In this episode, Dominic Rangel discusses the critical aspects of preventing pitching injuries in youth baseball. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing early signs of fatigue, understanding the mechanics of pitching, and the role of strength training in injury prevention. Rangel provides actionable insights for parents to help protect their young athletes from injuries and ensure their long-term success in the sport.

    Takeaways

    Most arm injuries in baseball are preventable.

    Fatigue manifests in measurable ways, not just feelings.

    Red flags for injury can be identified by observing mechanics.

    Strength training is essential for supporting pitching mechanics.

    Pitch counts alone do not ensure safety from injuries.

    Parents should ask about strength testing and recovery plans.

    Off-season training is crucial for building endurance and strength.

    Monitoring mechanics during games can prevent injuries.

    Understanding the signs of fatigue can help avoid breakdowns.

    Injuries often result from cumulative stress over time.

    Chapters

    00:00 Understanding Youth Pitching Injuries

    02:36 Identifying Red Flags for Injury Risk

    06:30 The Importance of Strength Training

    10:11 Load Management and Pitch Counts

    15:29 Actionable Steps for Parents
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    17 mins

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