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Can You Play a Round of Golf after Spinal Fusion?

Golfers recovering from spinal fusion surgery often wonder if they can return to the game we love so dearly. The good news? Yes, you can! Even elite athletes like Tiger Woods have returned to high-level golf following spinal fusion surgery. However, it’s crucial to prioritize your recovery and long-term spinal health with the right precautions. … Continued

8 Golfer’s Elbow Exercises That Can Ease Your Symptoms

One of the main treatment options for a golfer’s elbow is physical therapy combined with a home exercise program. It involves specific golfer’s elbow exercises that will ease the symptoms of pain, weakness, and stiffness of the elbow.  You can read more about what causes Medial Epicondylitis, aka golfer’s elbow or common flexor tendinosis, and … Continued

What Is Golfer’s Knee, And What Can I Do About It?

The nature of golf is such that both the backswing and downswing affect the knee. The entire swing takes a little over one second. However, it can exert a force of 4 times the body weight on the front knee and 3 times the weight on the back knee (1). This makes knee injuries just as … Continued
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Golfer’s Elbow Vs. Tennis Elbow

Elbow pain can be debilitating. Dr. Schutlz discusses the differences between Tennis elbow and Golfers elbow and successful treatment options that do NOT include steroids, NSAIDs or surgery.