Sports Magazine

Golf courses in Charlotte are scatterd with golfers of all levels.  The one thing they all have in common is  a need for physical flexibility.

Using the services of a chiropractor could be a good adjustment to your game

Many pro golfers  regularly use a chiropractor. Some golfers literally cannot play without the help of a chiropractor.

Shoulder, back, and neck pain can stop a golfer in his or her tracks. The services of a good chiropractor can be a game changer.

Dr. Travis Ruda is a chiropractor and golfer. He states that the golf swing is not a normal position for a healthy back.  A good swing creates tension in the spine. That tension enables you to hit the ball a greater distance.

Your body is literally being used as a catapult. The tension from your hip’s abrupt stop and your shoulders continuing to rotate  creates a power that is an awkward movement for your back. Many golfers end up with lower back problems.

Here are seven tips-

• Before playing golf, stretch. Be sure to stretch your hamstrings and growing area.
• Hold a club over your shoulders being sure to touch your shoulders then leaned left then right.
• Stand in a position similar to starting your swing then bend to the right and left.
• Behind your back and stretch your shoulder muscles by raising upward .
• Take a half a dozen swings using your opposite hand. In other words if you are right-handed swing left-handed. This will help you stretch muscles you do not normally use.
• If your neck muscles are tight stretch them gently.
• Golfers elbow can be painful. A chiropractor can help you with an adjustment

Special orthotic shoe pads can improve your swing by improving your balance.

You can improve your flexibility with yoga or other stretching exercises. Anything that improves your flexibility can help improve your game.

A healthy spine may be the most important part of your golf game. The help of a good chiropractor is certainly worthwhile. If you play golf in the Carolina’s you likely have had a round of golf in Charlotte. Springfield Golf Club is a scenic and challenging course. You are invited to stretch your game at Springfield.