Golf and Arthritis
The Benefits of Golf
Staying in the game for a lifetime
Perfectly manicured fairways, bright blue sky, a slight breeze that lifts your golf ball toward the green. Many people relax this way every year, enjoying hours of leisure time on the links. But what if you have arthritis? Whether you’ve played golf for years or are interested in trying it for the first time, arthritis doesn’t have to slow you down.
Golf is a very adaptable sport that can be tailored to meet the physical capabilities of almost anyone. It can even have health-enhancing effects.
If you have arthritis, playing golf can enhance the strength and mobility of your upper extremities, spine, hips and lower extremities. Golf can help your range of motion in your joints or how well you can move each joint through its full capabilities. It also can help improve balance and coordination.
Lower-intensity exercises – such as walking on level ground or on a hilly golf course at a moderate pace – can provide health benefits for everyone.
Maximize your golf game with a gentle warm-up before you tee off.
Get smart tips on how to adapt your golf gear.
Learn how to modify your golf swing to protect your joints.
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