Vancouver Sports Chiropractic: Chiropractic Treatment for Golf Back Pain
Twisted postures, bent-over stances and swings that generate a great deal of torque repeated over 3-4 hours are a recipe for low back pain from golf.
Golf swings utilize the use and coordination of multiple muscle groups, so it’s not uncommon for one to can hurt their back while playing golf; however with a proper warm up and stretches, one can lower the risk of injury and keep on enjoying the game of golf!
These stretches are focused on the lower back and the shoulders — the key areas where golfers end up with common sports injuries, such as lower back pain.
Hip Flexor Lunge
Stand with your feet shoulder width apart
Step forward with your right foot into a lunge position
Bend both knees with your left knee pointing towards the ground
Keep your body upright and your back straight
Do not let your right knee pass over the ankle of your left foot
Lean forward until you feel a stretch on the front of the left hip
If you find your losing your balance try using a golf club to keep your balance
Hold for 30-45 seconds
Repeat with your other leg
Seated Forward Bend
Sit on a bench or golf cart
Keep your knees bent and your feet flat
Place your right ankle onto your left knee
Relax your right leg so your knee falls to the side
Bend forward
Keep your back straight
Hold for 15 seconds and switch legs
Repeat 2 times on each side
Gently pull on your bent knee to generate a deeper stretch. You should feel this stretch in your buttock area.
Side Bending Stretch
Stand with your feet shoulder width apart
Hold a golf club over your head with your arms straight
Slowly bend to 1 side until you feel the stretch along the side of your back
Make sure you are not rotating when performing this stretch
Backs in Action Wellness Centre is conveniently located steps away from the Commercial Broadway Skytrain which is easily accessible from Burnaby and Downtown Vancouver. If you want to improve your golf game, come in for chiropractic!
