Golf should be relaxing, but ending a round with a sore back or aching knees can take the fun out of it. Many golfers deal with pain and stiffness that gradually make the game more challenging. The good news is, with the right support, you can move past the pain and enjoy a stronger, more reliable swing.
At Pinnacle Physical Therapy, our personalized golf program helps you recover from injuries, move better, and play your best on the course. If you’re dealing with back pain, knee pain, or simply want to hit the ball farther, therapy specifically designed for golfers can really help.
Why Golfers Struggle with Pain
Golf may look smooth and straightforward, but swinging clubs puts a lot of stress on the body, especially the lower back and knees.
- Low back pain often develops from the repetitive rotation of the spine combined with limited hip mobility. Without proper mechanics, the back absorbs too much force.
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- Knee pain is another common complaint. The twisting motion during your backswing and follow-through can irritate the knee joint, particularly if there’s a history of injury or weakness.
These issues don’t just hurt; they can also make your swing less steady and consistent, and even affect your confidence.
How Golf-Specific PT Improves Performance
Traditional rehab helps alleviate pain, but golf-specific physical therapy takes it a step further by focusing on the unique movements of your golf swing.
With Pinnacle’s Titleist Performance Institute Golf Screening, we look at your flexibility, strength, balance, and how you swing. This helps us identify what might be holding you back, such as tight hips, a weak core, or stiff shoulders.
When we focus on these areas, we don’t just help with pain. We also help golfers:
- Increase clubhead speed
- Improve accuracy and consistency
- Reduce risk of future injuries
- Play longer without fatigue
The Pinnacle Approach: From Rehab to Results
Starting with a TPI Golf Screening, we look into why your back or knee hurts and what your swing needs. From there, we calm things down, then we help you move better, and finally, we build strength and incorporate those gains into your swing.
If needed, we’ll use focused hands-on care and straightforward strength work. If pain is stubborn, we may add a targeted tool to alleviate it, then continue to progress you without overloading sore joints.
We designed our Golf Health Program around three key goals: treating injury or pain, preventing future issues, and enhancing performance. When you’re ready to push the performance side harder, we layer in Golf Performance Physical Therapy so the gains show up on the course. The goal stays the same – less pain, smoother movement, and a swing that holds up for a full round.
Success Beyond Pain Relief
The benefits of golf-specific physical therapy extend beyond simply being pain-free. It’s about stepping up to the tee with better mobility, balance, and confidence. Many of our patients say they experience:
- Increased drive distance from better hip rotation and core strength
- Improved endurance across 18 holes
- More consistent in ball strikes
- The ability to enjoy the game without worrying about pain flare-ups
Golf is meant to be relaxing, not frustrating. With Pinnacle’s Physical Therapy and golf performance training, you can look forward to playing your best rounds.
Ready to Make Golf Feel Good Again?
If back or knee pain is sneaking into your round, let’s sort it out and get your swing working for you. Book a $49 Discovery Visit, and we’ll map a simple plan to help you play comfortably and confidently start to finish.Call us at (501) 529-2010 or book online. Let’s get you back to playing your best game.