Golf Program

Excellence in golf enhancement & injury prevention.

The AZOPT golf program includes specialized strengthening, cardiovascular conditioning and flexibility training specific to golf enthusiasts. One of our physical therapists is a Certified Golf Fitness Instructor (CGFI) by the Titleist Performance Institute and educated in the physical performance factors that limit so many golfers from reaching their true potential.

How we can help.

Low back pain is one of the most common complaints among golfers. Golf is a high-velocity rotary sport that creates increased forces through the lower back, shoulders, hips, neck, ankles and wrists. This can cause pain and discomfort even among the best golfers in the world.

Are you one of the many golfers who suffer from low back pain? How can you get back to playing pain-free golf?

A common pattern of muscle dysfunction we see in golfers is what’s known as the lower crossed syndrome. This is where a group of weak muscles combine forces with a group of overactive or tight muscles to create a potentially dangerous motion pattern in the low back. This can lead to low back pain and injury.

For example, if you sit at a desk for eight hours a day, your hip flexor muscles will shorten and become tight. This will shut down your gluteal (butt) muscles. Since your gluteal muscles are not working properly, your body will use the muscles in the backs of your legs (hamstrings) and your lower back to help with hip extension. In other words, you will use muscles in a way that nature and physiology did not intend.

Lower crossed syndrome is easy to eliminate. The CGFI at Arizona Orthopedic Physical Therapy (AZOPT) will teach you special stretches to lengthen your hip flexors and lower back muscles. He’ll teach you specific exercises to strengthen your abdominals and gluteal muscles. After those muscle imbalances are corrected, he’ll help you develop a more stable, more neutral lower back posture. Other services of our golf program include:

• Individual screening & identification of limiting physical factors using video analysis
• Prescribing customized drills & special exercise to eliminate physical limitations & faulty swing mechanics
• Expert care for golf-specific injuries (elbow, back, neck, hips, etc.)
• Help returning to golf after an injury or surgery
• Training to help you play at your desired level
• Training to increase your strength & flexibility

At Arizona Orthopedic Physical Therapy in Goodyear, Arizona, we have helped hundreds of golfers overcome pain and injury and enhance their game while avoiding future problems, especially those related to faulty swing mechanics and weak muscles. We believe that there are an infinite number of ways to swing a golf club, but there is only one efficient way to swing for your body type. Through our unique combination of science and manual therapy, there is an excellent chance we can help you, too.

For more information, call AZOPT Golf Program in Goodyear, Arizona at (623) 242-6908  to schedule your appointment today. We also encourage and welcome your referrals of family members, friends, and colleagues.