Chiropractic for Golfers and Other Swingers

By Rachel Carver

Warmer weather means you'll be spending more time outdoors and more time moving around.

If you love golf, softball, or tennis, then spring and summer probably excites you. You are ready to hit the links with your favorite set of golf clubs, or maybe rock an opposing pitcher in your rec league. But before you go, think about what you need to do to prepare. You clean your clubs. You pack your supplies. You also need to prepare your body for the golf course (or whatever the sporting arena), which is where The Joint Chiropractic clinic in your neighborhood comes in.

How Chiropractors Help

As licensed medical professionals, chiropractors focus on the entire body. They can do more than just treat the symptoms of your lower back pain. They can address the root cause of your pain, leaving you feeling great for your field of play. A recent study completed in Brazil found that golfers who received a natural, safe, and drug-free chiropractic adjustment may be able to perform better than golfers who only rely on stretching before they start swinging.

Why Does an Adjustment Help Golfers?

Small joints between the spinal vertebrae allow the spine to move in a variety of ways. Golfers rely on rotation for an effective golf swing. Many people, including golfers, often have rotation restricted for a variety of reasons. Overuse, too much sitting, and arthritis can cause this restriction.

No matter the cause, your spine's ability to rotate effectively can negatively impact your swing. This will not give you the golf game you want. The chiropractic adjustment can improve these discrepancies.

Chiropractic Adjustments Strengthen Muscles

We usually associate chiropractic care with pain relief. But they can do many other things, including strengthening your muscles.

If you think about it, you need multiple muscle groups to play sports, including the swinging sports. Your brain sends a message to multiple muscle groups to give you the perfect golf or tennis swing. Here are some of the most important ones.

• Pectoralis major allows for shoulder flexion and arm extension during the swing
• Latissimus dorsi adducts the arm during the downward phase of the swing
• Forearm muscles give you a strong club grip, which is important for swing accuracy
• Core muscles give you the ability to rotate and put force behind your swing

Chiropractors can strengthen these muscle groups to improve your golf game. This might sound weird, but they can also loosen muscles that are too tight. Your chiropractor can also recommend stretches and exercises that can help you get ready for your best game.

Visit The Joint Chiropractic

From tight muscles to injury prevention, The Joint Chiropractic clinic can make sure you are ready to hit the links, diamond or court. You don't want a lower back injury from a swing to surprise you and keep you sidelined from your favorite sporting activity.

With more than 600 clinics across the country, The Joint can easily serve you where you are. Their affordable pricing and walk-in visits make care accessible to everyone.

To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in Troy, Mich.