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Golfers, are you looking to improve your swing and lower your score? Incorporating flexibility and strength training into your routine can help you achieve those goals.
Flexibility is essential for a good golf swing, as it allows you to make a full shoulder turn and maintain proper posture throughout the swing. At Full Swing PT, we specialize in helping golfers improve your flexibility through stretching and range of motion exercises. Strength training is also important for golfers, as it helps to improve power and control in the swing. Our physical therapists can work with you to create a strength training program that targets the specific muscle groups used in the golf swing, such as the core, legs, and shoulders. Additionally, physical therapy can help you to improve your balance and stability, which can lead to better swing mechanics and more consistent shots. Incorporating flexibility and strength training into your routine can not only help you improve your golf game, but also help prevent injuries. A physical therapist can help you develop a personalized training program to meet your needs and goals. Don't wait, improve your golf game today with the help of physical therapy. Start here with our Golf Flexibility Program: https://flexibility.fullswingwellness.com
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Golfers, are you experiencing pain in your lower back, shoulders, or elbows? You're not alone. These are common golf injuries that can be caused by the repetitive motions and the overuse of certain muscle groups that come with the sport. Luckily, physical therapy can help alleviate your pain and improve your game.
One of the most common golf injuries is lower back pain, which can be caused by a lack of flexibility and strength in the muscles that support the spine. A physical therapist can work with you to improve your flexibility and strengthen the muscles in your back, which can help reduce your pain and improve your swing. Shoulder pain is also common among golfers, especially those who have poor posture or lack the proper rotator cuff strength. A physical therapist can help improve your posture and strengthen the muscles in your shoulders, which can help reduce pain and improve your swing. Elbow pain, commonly known as "golfer's elbow," is another common injury among golfers. It is caused by the repetitive motions of the sport and can result in inflammation of the tendons that attach to the elbow. A physical therapist can help reduce your pain and improve your elbow function through exercises, manual therapy, and teaching you self-treatment techniques. In conclusion, physical therapy is an effective treatment option for common golf injuries such as lower back pain, shoulder pain, and golfer's elbow. By improving your flexibility, strength, and posture, a physical therapist can help you reduce pain and improve your golf game. If you're experiencing pain or discomfort, click the button below to schedule a call with our golf specialist physical therapists today! "Tidying Up" is a phenomenal new series on Netflix hosted by Marie Kondo. (If you haven't seen it, make it the next thing you do). One of the first aspects of the Marie Kondo technique or method to cleaning your house is starting with clothes. Dump it all in a giant pile on your bed. So that's that's what we're talking about today. For many of you, that could be a daunting task to think about, you know, how can I possibly get through all my clothes without my back pain sending me to the ER or having terrible experience? I can't promise you'll have a great time sorting your clothes, but I'm going to give you some tips today about positioning and trying to get through your sorting without it being too terribly painful or aggravating your back pain. The first tip that I would say is you can put the pile of clothes on your bed, but make sure that you're not standing and bending over to sort your clothes. Standing and bending over is an absolutely horrible position for your back, and a recipe for disaster. Avoid this position at all costs. Another option you have (if you can do it) is sitting on your bed with your back up nice and straight. That requires some hip and knee mobility to accomplish, but it's another option to take strain off of your low back. You could also either kneel (I know, kneeling...). What that does put you right at chest level for sorting through your clothes. Or you can establish the same position by putting all your clothes on the dining room table, or another table that allows you to sit for awhile and be in a relaxed position where all the clothes are at waist height (or a little higher). Or if you have a dresser or counter top that's at a comfortable height, you can stand up for a little while as well. So those are your best options to keep your back out of trouble. I hope that's helpful; I hope this provides a little insight into good ways to work through Marie Kondo's method without aggravating your back pain. If you're experiencing stiffness in your back that's restricting your ability to move without pain, click here to download my free back pain tips guide for tips that I give my patients every day. Click here to get your free copy: www.millerptorlando.com/back-pain.html
I wanted to share with you an email I received asking, “I have tried some of the tips listed in the report and they are working. I am confused about the recommendation of not sitting for long periods of time. My doctor told me that I should rest and my back pain would get better.” I can immediately tell you there is one thing that won’t work for back pain…REST. At least not in the way that you think. What I think the doctor is trying to say is to “rest” from the things that make back pain WORSE. Often, sitting is something that makes back pain worse. Other things that may make back pain worse are lifting heavy objects or standing for too long in the kitchen or in the store. So how do you “rest” correctly? Well, “lying down” is one way to do it because it takes a lot of pressure off your back. I know for most people it’s hard to find time to lie down…who has time for that? But if you ever find yourself reading a book, or watching a show, why not try doing it lying down? It might help you de-stress too. Did you know that stress significantly adds to back pain too? It’s because muscles tighten and joints stiff when you’re stressed. Deep breathing while lying down in bed can decrease stress. Admittedly, any type of rest is not going to cure the problem, it’s just avoiding it. So what’s the long-term solution so that you don’t have to deal with back pain? Find the ultimate cause of the problem. If you're experiencing stiffness in your back that's restricting your ability to move without pain, click here to download my free back pain tips guide for tips that I give my patients every day. Click here to get your free copy: www.millerptorlando.com/back-pain.html
4 MOST COMMON GOLF INJURIES KEEPING YOU FROM PLAYING YOUR BEST AND TIPS TO GET RELIEF NOW12/22/2018 Quick Facts About Golf Injuries
Unlike other popular sports, many people are able to play golf for most of their lifetime. But the golf swing is an unnatural movement that places tremendous stress your body, even when performed properly (see Woods, Tiger). The rotational aspect of the golf swing increases injury risk for both professionals and weekend warriors. Many of these injuries can be prevented. Trying to play through these injuries can lead to unnecessary pain that lingers, leading to higher scores and pain that can interfere with golf and everyday activities. There are many factors that increase your risk of golf injuries, including:
(Now that I’m writing this, I have some things to work on myself before my next round.) To correct your swing mechanics, see a PGA teaching professional. For golf injury causes and tips for pain relief, keep reading. 1. Back Pain Back pain is experienced by over 80% of people at some point in their lifetime, and golfers are no exception. Back pain causes shorter tee shots and can make short game shots and putting more difficult and painful. You are not alone in experiencing back pain, and it can get better! Your pain is most likely the result of tight or spasming low back and hip muscles, weak core muscles, and a poor warmup. Tips for Back Pain Relief:
2. Elbow Pain “Golfer’s elbow”, or medial epicondylitis, is a close relative of “tennis elbow”, or lateral epicondylitis, and both are very common injuries for golfers to experience. These injuries are both forms of tendinitis, or irritated and inflamed forearm muscle tendons, that are usually caused by excessive wrist/hand movement in the swing, overuse, and tight forearm muscles. Elbow pain causes shorter tee shots and can lead to more exaggerated hooks or slices. Tips for Elbow Pain Relief:
3. Knee Pain More than 1/3 of people will experience knee pain this year, so you are not alone. Knee pain can be caused by arthritis, damage to ligaments, cartilage, or meniscus, or from a simple muscle imbalance (most commonly tight hamstrings and weak quads). Knee pain can make all aspects of a round of golf difficult: getting in and out of the cart, warming up before the round, walking to your ball, walking on hills, and even simply standing in a good posture over the ball. Your pain causes shorter tee shots and lots of frustration. Tips for Knee Pain Relief:
4. Shoulder Pain Shoulder problems are prevalent in all sports that involve overhead motions, including baseball, softball, basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, tennis, football, and golf. Many athletes are limited by shoulder pain on a daily basis. Shoulder pain can be the result of arthritis, rotator cuff tendinitis or tears, bursitis, labral tears, impingement, chronic poor posture, or even a simple muscle imbalance (most commonly tight pectoral or chest muscles and weak back and rotator cuff muscles). Shoulder pain causes pain in the backswing, downswing, or both, and leads to shorter tee shots and frustration. Tips for Shoulder Pain Relief:
If These Tips Don't Entirely Fix Your Problem... See a Physical Therapist If you’re doubtful, have any other concerns, other medical conditions, feel like something isn’t quite right, or just want to get better right away, see a physical therapist today! Physical Therapists are specialists in evaluating your entire body and help you to understand what’s really going on. You should expect for your visit with a physical therapist to include at least 30-45 minutes of 1 on 1 direct attention from the PT. A proper evaluation should include a thorough full body movement assessment, hands-on assessment, a treatment plan, and a home self-treatment program. Your physical therapist will create an exercise and therapy program that is customized just for you, and we will “Teach you to fish” by providing self-treatment techniques for symptom management around the clock. Visits with your physical therapist should include skilled hands-on treatments to massage tight areas, loosen restricted connective tissue, mobilize tight joints, and teach you self-treatment and corrective exercises for home. Get PT 1st Numerous studies have demonstrated and confirmed that physical therapy is the most effective, most conservative, lowest risk, most cost-effective treatment, and the best 1st choice for common golf injuries without side effects. You DO NOT need a referral from a doctor or a physician to get seen by a physical therapist at my practice. We can see you now, without waiting weeks for an appointment with a physician to provide a referral or prescription. Would you like to discuss your best options to end your pain and get back to playing your best? Would you like to have that conversation right now? Call me today at (407) 222-5038 for a FREE CONSULTATION. Talk to you soon! Chris Welcome to the Full Swing Physical Therapy and Wellness Blog!
I'm Dr. Chris Miller, and my mission is to help people to become more active and mobile, maintain their independence, avoid strong pain medications, and stay out of the doctor's office. My interest in physical therapy started as a young athlete when I was battling injuries in order to return to competitive basketball, baseball, and golf. I started my own concierge clinic because I was frustrated with the traditional clinic environment where patients were not getting better as quickly as I knew they could. I wanted to create an environment where the highest quality hands-on treatments could be provided on a strictly one to one basis, at a location each patient chooses in order to maximize convenience and minimize disruption to already busy schedules. I graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the Medical University of South Carolina and a Bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia. I have learned from many of the southeast's leading specialists in providing the highest quality hands-on treatment for back pain, knee pain, and golf injuries. I am dedicated to helping you feel better, live with less pain and return to the activities you enjoy. Please stay tuned to our new blog for more information and articles dedicated to health, wellness and getting the most out of your life. . |
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