Sidearm: The Great Debate?

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Why does every1 say sidearm will mess your arm up?
I've thrown it forever and it hurts less throwing sidearm than throwing overhead! After throwing about 90-100 pitches sidearm, I can just pop a couple ibuprofen for a day or two and be fine. But after throwing over, I have to ice & ibuprofen and everything for about 3 to 4 days and can't throw full speed for about a week. So I guess what I want to know is why does every1 say sidearm is worse for you?
 
Well sidearm throwers have had more injuries if you look at the statistics but you have to take it with a grain of salt. I have thrown sidearm for many years and never felt pain. If I even try to throw overhand once I get a sharp pain in my shoulder and about want to die. If you are asking what arm slot you should throw from, throw from the slot that is natural for you, do not let a coach tell you otherwise. If you want a reliable source go to letstalkpitching.com and they will tell you all you need.
 
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