How Do I Resume Golf After Hip Replacement Surgery?
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Stretch before playing golf, even if you're just planning to hit a bucket of balls. Using the methods taught in post-surgery rehab, stretch out your hamstrings, thighs and calfs; this will increase flexibility and avoid unnecessary stress, as well as increase blood flow to the legs.
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Rent a cart to avoid walking the entire course, which places unnecessary stress and fatigue on the hip joint. Walking a course is equivalent to approximately five miles; this is considered too much walking at one time on a replaced hip joint.
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Wear tennis shoes instead of spiked golf shoes. Spikes can cause "rotational stress" on the new hip joint, or torque--both of which can exacerbate pain and re-injure the healing area. You can purchase spikeless golf shoes at stores specializing in golfing supplies.
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Take your time to return to full strength. Begin with a partial swing, taking it easy; work up to a full swing gradually. Begin at a driving range, practicing with short irons and wedges before working up to woods and a driver at a full swing.
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