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[Medical advice for golfers].

K Flock, R Gradinger, G Opitz

    Fortschritte Der Medizin
    |December 20, 1989
    PubMed
    Summary

    Mastering golf movements is key to preventing injuries. Faulty techniques often lead to common golf ailments like golfer's elbow, shoulder pain, and lower back issues.

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    Area of Science:

    • Sports Medicine
    • Biomechanics
    • Orthopedics

    Background:

    • Golf is a popular exercise suitable for all ages.
    • Proper technique is essential for safe participation in golf.
    • Common golf-related injuries often stem from improper execution of movements.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the importance of mastering golf movements.
    • To identify the primary causes of typical golfing injuries.
    • To emphasize the prevalence of lower back complaints in golfers.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of common golf swing mechanics.
    • Review of pathological sequelae associated with golf.
    • Correlation of specific techniques with injury patterns.

    Main Results:

    • Faulty driving and hitting techniques are the main causes of golf injuries.
    • Golfer's shoulder and golfer's elbow are frequent complaints.
    • Lower back (lumbar spine) issues are the most predominant injuries in golfers.

    Conclusions:

    • Complete mastery of golf movements is a prerequisite for injury prevention.
    • Addressing faulty techniques can mitigate common golf-related injuries.
    • The lumbar spine is particularly vulnerable to injury in golfers due to technique flaws.

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