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Kinematic Alterations with Changes in Putting Distance and Slope Incline in Recreational Golfers.
Shawn M Robbins1,2, Philippe Renaud3, Ukadike Chris Ugbolue4,5
1School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, McGill University, Montreal, QC H3G 1Y5, Canada.
Bioengineering (Basel, Switzerland)
|January 24, 2025
Summary
Golfers adjust their putting technique by increasing trunk rotation for longer and uphill putts. This enhances putter head amplitude and velocity, crucial for adapting motor patterns to changing task demands.
Area of Science:
- Biomechanics
- Motor Control
- Golf Performance
Background:
- Golf putting requires adaptable motor patterns to meet varying task demands.
- Understanding joint kinematics and putter motion is key to optimizing putting performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare joint angles and putter kinematics in recreational golfers across different putting distances and inclines.
- To identify kinematic strategies employed by golfers when faced with altered putting conditions.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a Vicon motion capture system to collect kinematic data from 14 recreational golfers.
- Assessed joint angles, putter angles, and spatiotemporal variables during 3-foot and 7-foot putts on flat and incline surfaces.
- Employed analysis of variance and statistical parametric mapping for data analysis.
Main Results:
- Longer and incline putts resulted in faster putter head and ball velocities.
- Increased backswing amplitude and duration were observed for longer putts.
- Greater trunk axial rotation was evident in longer putts (all phases) and incline putts (follow-through).
Conclusions:
- The trunk is the primary driver for increasing putter head amplitude and velocity in longer putts.
- Similar trunk rotation strategies may be beneficial for uphill putts.
- Further research is recommended to validate these findings in skilled golfers.
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