The Impact of a Golf Swing on Your Back

If you have ever been on a golf course, you know there are a variety of twists and turns involved in the game. Over time, these twist and turns can have a negative impact on your back health. Fortunately, chiropractic care can help alleviate many problems occurring on the green.

A Reverse Spinal Angle and its Impact on your Back

A Reverse Spine Angle (RSA) refers to any excessive upper body bend (either backward or side to side) during the backswing of a golf club. RSA creates an awkward motion pattern making it difficult to initiate the downswing in the proper sequence of body movements. The lack of proper sequencing caused by RSA puts the lower body in a position that limits its ability to initiate a proper downswing.

RSA  causes the upper body to dominate the swing limiting lower-body movement. This pattern of aberrant movement inhibits the abdominal musculature during the backswing thereby putting excess tension on the low back.

RSA is one of the Prime Causes of Low Back Pain Among Amateur Golfers

Several physical limitations or weakness can result from a reversed spine angle such as:
Reduced spinal mobility
Limited hip joint and hip muscle movement
Lack of spinal stabilization
Excessive pelvic tilt when addressing the golf ball
Lack of forearm rotation on the backswing
Improper pelvic side-bend when addressing the golf ball

Chiropractic adjustments have been used for years by both professional and amateur golfers to improve health and enhance performance. If you are suffering from pain due to golfing, we can help! Regular chiropractic adjustments can also prevent many golf related back injuries from occurring in the first place. 

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