Did you know that August is National Golf Month? H&D Physical Therapy would like to take this time to discuss how you can stay injury free and on the golf course! Whether you want to address underlying pain when golfing or prepare yourself for your best game yet, physical therapy can help you! Continue reading to discover how we can help you stay injury-free when golfing!

Staying Injury-Free During National Golf Month

While many consider golf to be a low-impact sport, the explosiveness of the swing can place a great deal of stress on your entire body. Your golf swing engages several muscles in your body, putting more stress on your back, shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee, and forearms. Whether you’re an active golfer or someone who laces up your shoes a couple of times a year, optimal fitness can prevent golf-related injuries and improve your performance. Many golfers with poor body mechanics, muscle tightness, and joint stiffness struggle to execute their swings consistently. Over time, this poor form can cause you to develop painful injuries or aggravate pre-existing back, shoulder, and elbow problems. Our experts at H&D Physical Therapy can help you achieve proper body movement and mechanics and help you improve your performance, avoid injury, and eliminate pain from any existing injuries. While some golf injuries are unavoidable, taking a few simple steps can help you stay injury-free:

  • Warm Up – Hours of repetitive motion can take a toll on your joints. Be sure to warm up and stretch properly before a game of golf and be careful when practicing your swing. 
  • Good Posture – Posture is crucial for avoiding golf injuries. Avoid hunching over the ball to prevent undue strain on your shoulders and back. Keep your spine straight and generate most of your movement from your hips. 
  • Improve Strength – Regular strength training can help improve your control and the power of your swings. 

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Our team at H&D Physical Therapy is here to help you stay injury-free and boost your enjoyment of this challenging sport! Contact our office today to stay ahead of your symptoms and avoid being kept off the links during National Golf Month!