Golf injuries Neck pain in golfers
Keeping your head still while your body rotates hard puts real demand on the neck and upper back. I treat golf neck pain with hands-on remedial soft tissue therapy in Paddington, Brisbane.
Why golf loads your neck
Your head stays quiet while your torso turns fast underneath it. The neck and upper traps work the whole time to hold that position, swing after swing.
Add the hours most golfers spend at a desk and the neck rarely gets a proper break.
Where it comes from
A stiff mid-back pushes load up into the neck. Free that up and treat the upper traps, and the neck usually settles.
How the treatment works
Assessment
I take your history, watch how you move, and use orthopaedic testing to rule things in or out. Black and white: positive or negative.
Treatment
Hands-on soft tissue work, with real time on the table. I treat the whole area involved, not just the point of pain.
Education
You leave understanding your own body. A few sessions in, you can tell me what is happening and why. That is what keeps it from coming back.
Common questions
Could it be causing my headaches?
Neck and upper trap tension can contribute to some headaches. I assess and treat the soft tissue, and refer you on if your symptoms suggest something that needs a medical opinion.
Is this a sports massage?
No. This is clinical treatment for a specific problem, not a general relaxation rub down.
Settle the neck properly
Book an assessment and we treat the cause, not just the tight spot.
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