It starts with the swing. We all know how important your swing is when playing golf. It can be detrimental if you are in pain. An extreme amount of compressive force – up to 10 times a person’s body weight – is exerted on the spine during the golf swing. Every joint involved in the swing is taken through its maximum range. If the body is not properly prepared to handle these forces, pain and possible injury will eventually result. More than 80 percent of all golfers suffer pain or injuries related to the sport. In other words, if you see five people together on the green, odds are four of them are hurting. Back pain often results from an improperly aligned spine and therefore golfers experience back pain as a result of repetitive swinging. Swinging a golf club takes a lot of coordination between SEVERAL body parts. Regular Chiropractic Care helps alleviate back pain, prevents future injuries and greatly improves a players’ game by allowing the whole body to perform optimally. Neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee and hip pain are also frequent complaints among golfers of all ages. Chiropractic Care is an effective, non-pharmacologic solution for golfers who seek to rid themselves of pain and have a successful and enjoyable game. As a general rule of thumb most golfers believe better equipment will help them play better golf. However, statistical data, based on handicap averages prove otherwise. The data showed that the utmost barrier to an improved performance on the course is the physical fitness and conditioning of the player. When we talk about ‘conditioning’ we are being inclusive of a players’ nutrition as well. Nutritional depletions may exist for micro-nutrients, hormones, antioxidants, etc. This is the reason Dr. Amundson plays the role of nutritional consultant – this service can allow golfers to perform at a consistently high level. Proper nutrition supplementation and hydration are key as they allow for the body to heal, repair and recover. In short, if you can improve your flexibility, stability and overall nutritional content when it comes to your golf game, you too can improve your game and become a more powerful and consistent golfer. Know a golfer who’s suffering? Refer this article to them or give us a call at 816-220-0660 to set up an appointment with Dr. Amundson today.
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