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Common Golf Injuries Golfer’s Elbow A leading complaint among golfers is Golfer’s Elbow, a.k.a. Medial Epicondylitis. Golfer’s elbow occurs when damage is done at the point where the forearm tendon is anchored to the upper arm bone. The pain of golfer’s elbow is usually at the elbow joint on the inside of the arm. A shooting sensation down the forearm is also a common complaint while gripping objects. The injury can occurs when stiff, underused tendons are suddenly overused, or when the offending activity is increased in intensity or duration. It can also be the result of a single violent action. Low Back Pain Another common golfer’s complaint is low back pain. This can be caused by poor swing. Rotational stresses of the golf swing can place considerable pressure on the spine and muscles. Poor flexibility and muscle strength can cause minor back strains to become severe injuries. Rotator Cuff Injuries The most common rotator cuff injury is tendonitis. This is the painful result of when one or more of the rotator cuff tendons become inflamed. Bursitis is another common affliction to the rotator cuff. If the bursa (fluid-filled sac that overlies the rotator cuff) is irritated, it can become inflamed and cause pain. These injuries can originate through the high effort movement of the drive and when the arm is repeatedly raised above the head in the golf swing. These movements cause the rotator cuff tendons to rub, inflame and sometimes tear. The Weston Group, Inc. The Weston Group, Inc. is a comprehensive rehabilitation provider offering Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy Services. Our mission is to provide the highest level of rehabilitation services to enhance the individual’s quality of life, improve overall function, and maximize the ability to function independently. Preventing Golf Injuries The Weston Group, Inc. is committed to specialized programming and the development of a full continuum of services designed to meet the unique needs of the geriatric population. We utilize an interdisciplinary team of experts who are dedicated to improving areas of life that are important to the client. Corporate Office: 2222 Sullivan Trail Easton, PA 18040 Phone: (800) 944 9782 Fax: (610) 438-2024 THE WESTON GROUP, INC. Rehabilitation Services 2222 Sullivan Trail Easton, PA 18040 800/944-9782 Golfer’s Elbow Exercises Before hitting the links, try some of these preventive measures: Tennis Ball Squeeze Squeezing a tennis ball for five minutes each hand will strengthen your forearm muscles. Wall Slides Stand with your back against a wall with feet shoulder-width apart. Slide down with knees bent to about 90 degrees. Hold for five seconds and slide back up the wall. Repeat 5 times. Stretching Stretch the shoulder and torso by holding a golf club behind your neck and shoulders and then rotate the torso. While standing, stretch the hips by pulling one knee at a time up to the chest. Reverse Wrist Curls Using a lightweight dumbbell, place your hands in front of you with your palm down. Hold the arm that you are exercising above your elbow with the other hand to limit the motion of your forearm. Lift the weight up and down for 10 repetitions each arm. Wrist Curls Using a lightweight dumbbell, lower the weight to the ends of your fingers and curl back to the palm of your hand. Follow by curling your grip toward your wrist, lifting the weight one or two inches higher. 10 repetitions each arm. Low Back Pain Prevention Practice Swinging Warm up the necessary muscle groups by gently swinging the golf club. Begin with smaller irons and work your way up to the larger woods. Driving Range Simply get yourself a bucket of golf balls and head out to the driving range. This will not only improve your game, but will help keep you healthy as well! Protect the Rotator Cuff Underside Cuff Stretch With right hand behind head and left hand on right elbow, gently push arm toward your back. Repeat on left side. Front Cuff Stretch Standing straight and tall and holding hands behind your back, slowly raise your arms. Rotator Cuff Exercise Warm up with twenty slow arm circles. Hold a lightweight dumbbell or soup can in each hand. With thumbs pointing downward, slowly raise arms out to the side and slightly forward. This will replicate pouring from a can. Do not raise higher than shoulder level. As with any exercise regime, always consult with your physician or a certified exercise professional before beginning a new exercise program.