Golfers who want Back Pain Loss, read.

Here is an article from Burlington Sports Therapyhttp://www.burlingtonsportstherapy.com/blog/how-golfers-with-back-pain-use-their-muscles-differently/ if you want more info. This talks about Back Pain and Golfers
How Golfers With Back Pain Use Their Muscles Differently…
Neuromuscular control (the way that our brain and nervous system coordinate the timing and activity of our muscles) has been an area of considerable research in recent years, particularly when investigating lower back pain. Interestingly, some of this research has found that golfers with lower back pain activate their external oblique muscles in a different pattern than those players without pain. Among the various affects this will have on the player in pain, research has found that it will place an increased demand on the external obliques over the course of a round of golf.



Chiropractic treatment consisting of active release technique and adjustments can be helpful in this situation to re-establish normal biomechanics of the lumbar spine and allow the appropriate muscles to help out with the workload. Consulting with a suitable teaching professional can also be helpful in identifying altered movement patterns and correcting the problem. In the meantime, it may be advisable to improve the endurance in your external obliques to help cope with the added demand placed upon them. Below are a few exercises that are helpful in strengthening the external obliques. Keep in mind that they are dynamic exercises which are not suitable for everyone as they require movement in the spinal joints. If you have a history of lower back pain we strongly recommend that you consult with a knowledgeable doctor who can assist you in choosing a suitable strategy for your condition.



References

Cole MH, Grimshaw PN. Trunk muscle onset and cessation in golfers with and without lower back pain. Journal of Biomechanics 2008: 41; 2829-2833.

Horton JF, Lindsay DM, Macintosh BR. Abdominal muscle activation of elite male golfers with chronic low back pain. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 2001; 33: 1647-1654.

Lindsay DM, Horton JF. Trunk rotation strength and endurance in healthy normals and elite male golfers with and without lower back pain. North American Journal of Sports Physical Therapy 2006: 1; 80-89.

Disclaimer
The purpose of this blog is to educate our patients and those interested in improving their health and wellbeing. We recommend that you always consult with a qualified health care professional before applying any of the topics or suggestions mentioned on this website. This information is not intended to diagnose or treat your condition. Burlington Sports Therapy, Dr. McIntyre or Dr. McDowall accept no responsibility for any complications arising from the use of any suggestions, exercises or topics of discussion on this site.


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Paul.