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Is back pain keeping you off the golf course this year?
Is back pain, or the fear of back pain, keeping you away from golf? If so, we can help.
Here are some helpful tips to get you back on course. This includes golf stretches that make the back stronger, more flexible and resistant to future strain. Fact: A correct golf swing should not create a back problem. We recommend connecting with a PGA-certified golf pro to learn the correct swing mechanics to lessen the strain on your back. Request our free Home Remedy Book.
Nix the “Reverse C”
Back in the 1970s the fashionable swing of young Johnny Miller featured the spine bent backward in the follow through, resembling a backward C. Today, the modern golf swing is much easier on the back, and positions the back in a more straight-up position as the body rotates on a straight left leg. Ironically, as Johnny Miller aged, he too changed his swing to a more rotational swing that has a finish that’s easier on his back.
Slow play? Perfect time for these golf stretches
Are slow players up ahead? Perfect! Next time you have to wait, SpineCare Long Island recommends these standing spine exercises to stay flexible and loose on the course.
STANDING ROTATIONAbove: Put a golf club across your back and rotate your trunk in both directions. |
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STANDING PIRIFORMISRight: Lean against a tree for support. Then raise your knee up, and across your body. Hold for 5 seconds and repeat with other leg. |
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STANDING EXTENSIONRight: Extension is a core exercise for many back problems, provided you haven’t been diagnosed with stenosis. Hands on hips, lean backward hold for 5 seconds. Repeat 10 times slowly. |
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STANDING FLEXIONRight: Bend at the waist, keeping legs straight and try to touch your toes. Hold for 5 seconds, and then return to standing position. You can alternate this with extension stretches. |
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STANDING STRETCHAbove: With hands outstretched above your head, lean first to the right, hold for 3 seconds, then stretch to the left. Repeat several times. |
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Spine Conditions
Have back or neck pain? Learn what causes symptoms and the home remedies that relieve pain. Experts estimate that 50% of back surgeries are unnecessary. Fact: Many people can recover from painful disc-related symptoms with nonsurgical treatment options like a spinal injection that reduces inflammation around a nerve root or customized spine therapy.
Spine Treatments
The good news is that 80% of back and neck pain gets better on its own over time. Only a small percentage of patients will ever need spine surgery. Isn’t that a relief? Learn about non-surgical treatment options.
Home Remedy Book
As a community service to those who live on Long Island, SpineCare Long Island mails out a free 36-page Home Remedy Book with customized stretches that can relieve some back and neck pain symptoms. Enter your name and address and we will mail you a copy.
Symptoms Chart
Some symptoms can become permanent if you don’t see the physician within 24 hours. Find out when you can use “watchful waiting” and when you have an emergency symptom.
In the News
Spinecare Long Island is excited to announce the opening of our new, beautiful, comfortable, state-of-the-art facility in Holbrook, New York. The Holbrook location combines the expertise of board-certified spine surgeons and interventional pain management specialists.
