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Attention Lady Golfers: Beware of the Injury Bug!
Females account for about one-quarter of the 25 million-plus recreational golfers in the United States. When I was writing Dr. Divot’s Guide to Golf Injuries I knew all along that I would have a separate section in the book for female golfers. While performing my research for the book I came across a thick medical […]
Conditioning and Preventive Exercises for Golf
Have you ever overheard someone in the clubhouse locker room say “I don’t work out because if I bulk up too much I’ll lose my flexibility and my golf swing will suffer”? Or, how about “I play golf so often I don’t need extra conditioning”? Personally, I was never clever enough to come up with […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Golf
One of the most common clinical problems I see in my orthopedic practice is carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). I’m sure you or someone you know has suffered from CTS. In the United States alone, well over 100,000 people a year undergo carpal tunnel surgery. For such a common disorder, it’s amazing that doctors have so […]
3 Most Common Golf Injuries and Avoiding Them
Injuries happen from time to time. Sometimes they happen on the golf course, sometimes they happen at work, sometimes they happen playing pick-up basketball. Whatever the activity, one thing is certain – being in the best physical condition you can be in will help prevent a lot of injuries. An injury can absolutely devastate your […]
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