Common Golf Injuries and How They're Evaluated *Educational Purposes Only*

Golf is a popular sport enjoyed by millions of people around the world, but it can also lead to a variety of injuries. Some of the most common golf injuries include back pain, golfer’s elbow, tennis elbow, shoulder injuries, wrist injuries, knee injuries, and ankle injuries. These injuries can be caused by poor swing mechanics, overuse of certain muscles, or simply the repetitive nature of the sport.

Common Golf-Related Injuries

One of the most common golf injuries is back pain, which can be caused by the twisting and bending motions involved in swinging a golf club. This can lead to muscle strains, herniated discs, or even compression fractures. Golfer’s elbow and tennis elbow are also common injuries among golfers, which are caused by the repetitive motion of swinging a golf club. These injuries can result in pain, swelling, and limited range of motion in the affected arm.

Shoulder injuries are another common golf injury, often caused by poor swing mechanics or overuse of the shoulder muscles. This can lead to conditions such as rotator cuff tears or shoulder impingement. Wrist injuries, such as tendonitis or sprains, can occur from the impact of hitting a golf ball or from repetitive motions involved in swinging a club. Knee injuries, such as meniscus tears or ligament strains, can also occur from the stress placed on the knees during a golf swing. Ankle injuries, such as sprains or fractures, can occur from the twisting and pivoting motions involved in walking on uneven terrain on the golf course.

What Is Regenerative Injection Therapy?

Regenerative injection therapy uses biologic materials that are being studied for their role in the body's natural healing process. Options may include PRP, prolotherapy and tissue-based products, and not every injury is a good fit.

Golf injuries to the back, elbow, shoulder, wrist, knee and ankle are common, and Dr. Robinson evaluates each one individually before recommending any treatment.