(PRINT) The Therapist's Guide to Golf Injuries
Now, you can treat your golfing patients with a knowledge of the physical demands of the sport. The course describes the movements and muscle activity involved in each phase of the swing as well as variations found in senior golfers. Golf Injuries are described with specific treament approaches. In addition, golf professionals provide recommendations to minimize the risk of golf-related injuries.
The breakdown of golf swing mechanics was excellent. The summaries are great and I like the golf pro recommendations. It's easy to follow. - Amy Christello, New York
COURSE OBJECTIVES – THE THERAPIST’S GUIDE TO GOLF INJURIES:
• List the phases of the golf swing.
• Describe the body motions associated with each phase.
• Describe the muscular activation involved in each phase of the swing.
• Explain common golf-related shoulder injuries, causes and treatments.
• Describe the contributors and treatments for medial and lateral
epicondylitis.
• List the hand and wrist injuries associated with golf and their causes and
treatment.
• Describe the lumbar motions involved in the golf swing.
• Describe the role of stretching and stabilization in reference to golf.
• Explain a hip joint labral tear and the potential contributions to hip pain in
the golfer.
• Describe the forces and moments placed on the lead and nonlead knees
in the golf swing.
• Explain the importance of trunk and scapular stabilization.
• Describe potential swing and equipment modifications following injuries.
• Explain the basics of an interval golf program to minimize the risk of re-
injury.
• List common problems with the swing that can contribute to injury and
professionals recommendations.
Here's the feedback from therapists about this course...
Relevant to treatment of golfers, specific, easy to understand, good information backed with research, informative, well-organized, clear and concise, "I like everything about it".
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