Case Study: Kickboxer returning to training after shoulder surgery
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Here is a case study while working with
@dynamixmma coach and undefeated amateur kickboxer after his labrum repair surgery. This was the late stage of rehab as he was gradually returning back to training.
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His primary complaint was stiffness and weakness with his jab from the southpaw stance.
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The proper punch mechanics in the Dynamix striking Dutch kickboxing system is thoracic rotation, scapular protraction and shoulder internal rotation for maximum distance and power. While he is primarily an orthodox fighter Coach @antoni_hardonk encourages all of his fighters to be ambidextrous.
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Due to inadequate shoulder internal rotation his humeral head translates forward which put unnecessary stress on the joint capsule. This is a perfect example of what happens when you lack isolated joint motion, compensated motion will occur. You cannot force movements that your joint do not have. This deficit became more apparent when we transitioned to faster speeds as he returned to striking drills.
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Treatment
•Manual therapy on the posterior shoulder capsule via FR
•Shoulder IR progression angular isometric loading following passive stretching
•Glenohumeral Joint training : global / axial CARs
•Skill re-training with new movement potential