I am an avid golfer 150-200 rounds a year. This is my only true hobby and I will play again. I just want to know how tough the transition is going to be.
2007-02-01 18:07:39 · 4 answers · asked by dozerdriver 2 in Sports ➔ Golf
Hi,
Been there, done that. T8, 9,10. I found the transition was pretty tough, but it depends on the injury and how it occurred. Lots of twisting exercises ie waist stays still & shoulders rotate, touch opposite knees with hands (left hand to right knee), & try not to swing your hips inot the ball when you hit. I don't know if it will help you in your circumstance, but you need to make up your mind as to what you are able to do.
Takes a while & a bit of getting used to (hitting differently), but it is worth it.
2007-02-01 19:31:26 · answer #1 · answered by gav 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a major back surgery back in November 2005. The surgeon did lots of decompression work on my lower back and fused my spine from L3 to S1.
I think my surgeon really did a fantastic job. After getting therapy and following the exercises prescribed by the therapist, I was back in golfing in six months.
I did have problem hitting the balls consistently last year. Sometimes my back dropped down and hitting balls fat. As a result, I had to make adjustment on how far I stand away from the ball.
Over the past few months, I have found the "right" posture for me. I can now hit the balls quite well, and pain free.
I am not sure of the nature of your surgery. However, my back was really bad and I had this problem for more than 15 years before the surgery. As I said, my surgery was considered a big surgery (level 3) and if I can do it, I am sure you can do it too. Good luck.
2007-02-02 07:15:16 · answer #2 · answered by Golf Beginner 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't have any experience with that, but I would imagine you will be able to continue to play as long as you work hard on your flexibility. Don't just stretch out the back....stretch everything.
The idea above me about a 1 plane swing may be the way to go. I believe the "Natural Golf" swing claims to be less stressful on the back & body.
2007-02-02 16:34:30 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may want to seriously consider going to a 1 plane swing, as it generates much less stress on the back. The most popular of these is Natural Golf, but there are others as well.
Good luck, here's hoping that your recovery is fast and complete!
2007-02-02 06:35:53 · answer #4 · answered by x-15a2 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋