Volleyball shoulder pads
Our Shoulder Pads page brings together our tips for protecting and supporting the shoulder of a volleyball player: supportive shoulder pads made of neoprene or compression fabric, to aid recovery after an injury or relieve a fragile joint, as well as the essential prevention exercises for attackers and servers.
Hit hard, without straining the shoulder.
The volleyball player's shoulder
In volleyball, the shoulder is the joint that is most stressed for attackers and servers: every smash and every spiked serve requires a wide and violent movement of the arm above the head, repeated hundreds of times a week. The tendons of the rotator cuff, which stabilise the shoulder, can become inflamed due to the repetitions. Shoulder pains are among the most common chronic injuries in this sport.
Other protections
Volleyball protections are also available as:
All protections are gathered on the protections page.
The role of the shoulder brace
The shoulder brace, made of neoprene or compression fabric, wraps around the joint to keep it warm and provide proprioceptive support, which helps in better sensing the position of the shoulder. It assists in the recovery after an injury or alleviates a weak shoulder, without restricting the movement necessary for attacking. It does not replace medical advice or rehabilitation, which are essential in cases of persistent pain.
Prevention is key
The best way to protect the shoulder remains prevention: a gradual warm-up of the shoulders before each session, including rotations and elastic exercises, and regular strengthening of the rotator cuff and stabilising muscles of the scapula. Good striking technique, which engages the whole body and not just the arm, reduces strain. Adequate rest periods are respected between intense sessions.
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Frequently asked questions
When should you wear a shoulder brace for volley?
The shoulder brace is worn during recovery after an injury, or to relieve a weak or painful shoulder. It does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional in cases of persistent pain.
Neoprene or compression fabric, which shoulder brace should I choose?
Neoprene provides firm support and keeps the joint warm, useful during recovery. Compression fabric, which is thinner and more breathable, interferes less with movement and can be easily worn under a shirt.
Why is the shoulder fragile for volleyball players?
Every smash and every serve involves a wide and violent movement of the arm above the head, repeated hundreds of times. The tendons of the rotator cuff can then become inflamed.
What exercises do volleyball players do to protect their shoulders?
Strengthening the rotators with an elastic band, through internal and external rotation, and stabilising the shoulder blades are foundational. Practiced two to three times a week, these greatly reduce pain.
Does a shoulder brace hinder the smash?
A well-fitted shoulder brace allows for almost full arm movement. Choose the right size according to the indicated chest or arm measurement, as a model that is too tight limits mobility.
