Dealing with golf pain can be extremely frustrating, not just because the pain will limit the amount of time you can spend on the fairway, but also the limitations it places on your everyday life. Persistent pain and discomfort can severely hinder your routine tasks, disturb your sleep and reduce your overall quality of life. It can isolate you from your friends and family, put strain on your relationships and can lead to severe stress and anxiety. The psychological impact of being unable to play your favourite sport can sometimes be more devastating than the physical restrictions a golfing injury can inflict.  

You may have already tried painkillers or injections to fix the problem, but these modalities only mask the symptoms and don’t address the root cause of the problem. You may have also tried resting in the hopes the pain will “magically” disappear. Unfortunately, this rarely happens and will simply cause your joints to stiffen and weaken, delaying recovery and making rehabilitation more challenging. 

Many of our patients initially believed their golf injuries were due to their age, with some even told by their doctors that it is to be expected when you reach a certain age. There are many factors that contribute to the risk of injury, and with proper attention to technique, conditioning and overall health, the likelihood of injuries can be significantly reduced – regardless of how old you may be. At Thorpes Physiotherapy, we believe you should be able to enjoy an active social life for as long as possible and with our tailored treatment programs, we help hundreds of golfers return to the course pain-free.