Prevalence and severity of lower back injuries in Australian professional golfers

Introduction: The golf swing places unique musculoskeletal forces on the body generating considerable stress which may result in injuries for professional golfers. The golf swing is physically demanding resulting in lower back injuries for Australian professional players.

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Published in:Journal of science and medicine in sport 2010-12, Vol.13, p.e69-e70
Main Authors: Grassmayr, M, Steinweg, J, Trainor, P, Ferdinands, E, Vanwanseele, B, Orr, R
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Back
Injuries
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Professional golf
Sports Medicine
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Summary:Introduction: The golf swing places unique musculoskeletal forces on the body generating considerable stress which may result in injuries for professional golfers. The golf swing is physically demanding resulting in lower back injuries for Australian professional players.
ISSN:1440-2440
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DOI:10.1016/j.jsams.2010.10.608