Is Pain Keeping You Off the Golf Course?
When golf-related pain strikes, it doesn't just affect your scorecard—it can completely disrupt your ability to enjoy the game you love. Whether you're experiencing the nagging discomfort of golfer's elbow, the sharp pain of a rotator cuff issue, persistent back pain after a round, or knee pain that makes walking the course difficult, these injuries can significantly impact both your performance and enjoyment.
At Feel Good Chiropractic & Wellness in Ankeny, we understand the unique demands golf places on your body. As an avid golfer himself, Dr. Isaiah has firsthand experience with the physical challenges of the game. Combined with his Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) certification—the gold standard in golf performance and injury treatment—this gives him unique insight into golf-specific injuries and their solutions.
Why Choose Feel Good Chiropractic for Your Golf Injuries?
As an avid golfer and Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) certified provider, Dr. Isaiah brings both personal experience and specialized training to treating golf-related injuries. This unique combination allows for a deeper understanding of the golf swing's demands on your body and how physical limitations might be affecting your game.
Our approach to golf-related injuries is different.
- Complete biomechanical assessment using TPI principles to identify swing-related issues
- Treating the true cause of your golf injuries, not just symptoms
- Improving mobility and function for better swing mechanics
- Evidence-based treatments proven to work for golf-specific problems
- Transparent pricing with no surprise bills
- No insurance required – our self-pay options make quality care affordable
- Convenient online booking and same-day appointments available
Common Golf Injuries We Successfully Treat
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
Pain on the inside of the elbow resulting from overuse of the wrist flexor muscles and tendons. This affects many golfers at Briarwood and Otter Creek, particularly those who grip the club too tightly or have swing mechanics that place extra stress on the inside of the elbow.
Low Back Pain
The rotational forces of the golf swing place significant stress on the lumbar spine. Golfers frequently experience muscle strains, disc issues, and facet joint problems that can range from mild discomfort to debilitating pain that prevents play entirely.
Shoulder Pain & Rotator Cuff Issues
The golf swing requires complex shoulder movement with significant force, making the rotator cuff and surrounding structures vulnerable to injury. Shoulder problems often develop gradually as tendon irritation from repetitive swinging builds over time.
Knee Pain
The twisting motion and weight transfer during a golf swing places considerable stress on the knees. Additionally, walking an 18-hole course can aggravate existing knee problems or create new issues, especially on the hilly terrain found Waveland Golf Course.
Mobility Limitations
Restricted mobility in the hips, thoracic spine, or shoulders can force compensation in your swing, leading to both performance issues and injury. Many golfers don't realize that their physical limitations are directly affecting their ability to execute proper swing mechanics.
Wrist Injuries
The wrist absorbs significant force during the golf swing, particularly at impact. Tendinitis, sprains, and stress injuries are common, especially among golfers who hit a lot of practice balls or play frequently.
What is TPI?
Dr. Isaiah is a certified Titleist Performance Institute Professional
The TPI Advantage:
✓ Comprehensive movement screening
✓ Golf-specific biomechanics analysis
✓ Custom mobility solutions
✓ Evidence-based improvements
✓ Pain-free performance focus
There are an infinite number of ways to swing a golf club. However, there is one most-efficient way for each player to swing a club and it is based on what they can physically do.
Your 4-Step Journey to Pain-Free Golf
1. New Patient Exam ✓
We start with a thorough evaluation to identify the exact nature of your golf-related injury. This includes a detailed health history, comprehensive physical examination, functional movement assessment, and when necessary, appropriate imaging. We'll also discuss your golf habits, typical swing patterns, and any technique changes you've recently made.
2. Personalized Care Plan ✓
Based on your examination findings, we'll create your customized treatment plan with clear recovery goals and simple pricing options. No year-long commitments—just honest care focused on getting you back to playing the game you love. Your plan will address both immediate pain relief and long-term performance enhancement.
3. Evidence-Based Treatment
Your treatment will include proven approaches specifically targeted to your golf injury:
- Precise Chiropractic Adjustments to restore proper joint alignment and movement
- Class IV Laser Therapy to reduce inflammation and accelerate healing
- Targeted Rehabilitation Exercises to rebuild strength, stability, and proper movement patterns
- Manual Therapy Techniques to address muscle imbalances and soft tissue restrictions
- Golf-Specific Movement Training to improve your swing mechanics
4. You're Back on the Course ✓
Our patients often report significant improvements within just 2-3 visits, although individual conditions vary. You'll know you're on the right track when you can complete a full round without pain, swing with improved power and consistency, or simply enjoy the game again without worrying about aggravating your injury.
How Our Comprehensive Approach Works for Golfers
Chiropractic Care: The Foundation for Proper Movement
Our precise adjustments help:
- Restore optimal joint motion in the spine and extremities
- Improve rotational capacity for a more effective swing
- Reduce compensatory patterns that lead to injury
- Enhance nervous system function for better body awareness and coordination
Laser Therapy: Accelerated Healing for Golf Injuries
Our advanced Class IV laser therapy provides:
- Reduction in inflammation in tendons, muscles, and joints
- Faster healing of damaged tissues
- Increased blood flow to injured areas
- Pain relief that allows earlier return to play
- Treatment depth that reaches commonly injured golf-related structures
Rehabilitation: Building Your Golf-Ready Body
Our specialized exercises include:
- Golf-specific movement patterns that translate directly to your swing
- Core stability training to support proper swing mechanics
- Rotational mobility work to improve your turn
- Targeted strengthening for commonly weak areas in golfers
- Flexibility enhancement for key golf movement patterns
Manual Therapy: Addressing Soft Tissue Issues
Our hands-on techniques help:
- Release tight muscles that restrict your swing
- Break down adhesions in overused tendons
- Restore proper tissue quality in problem areas
- Improve blood flow to muscles used during golf
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Improving Your Golf Game While Preventing Injuries
Beyond treating existing injuries, we help golfers develop more resilient bodies that can withstand the demands of the game. Our approach includes:
Swing Analysis and Biomechanical Assessment
Understanding how your physical limitations affect your swing helps us target the most important areas for improvement. Using principles from Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) certification, we can identify where your body may be forcing compensations that lead to both performance issues and injuries.
Performance Enhancement
By improving mobility, stability, and strength in key areas, many golfers find they not only overcome injuries but actually improve their game with routine chiropractic care:
- Increased driving distance from better rotational capacity
- Improved accuracy from enhanced stability
- Greater consistency from proper movement patterns
- Reduced fatigue during and after rounds
Preventative Strategies
We'll provide practical recommendations to help prevent future injuries:
- Pre-round warm-up routines
- Post-round recovery techniques
- Practice limitations to avoid overuse
- Equipment considerations that may reduce injury risk
No Insurance? No Problem. Just Better Care.
Your care should be between you and your doctor. To ensure you receive the best care possible we do not accept any insurance. Our affordable self-pay options mean you get:
- Quality care without insurance limitations
- Transparent, surprise-free pricing
- Treatment plans based on your needs, not your coverage
- Costs similar to typical insurance co-pays
Wellness Plans for Long-Term Golf Health or a Pre-Round Tune Up
Once your golf injury is resolved, our simple wellness plans make it easy to maintain proper function, prevent future problems, and make sure your body is firing on all cylinders before your round:
- Flexible monthly visits
- Discounted treatment rates
- No long-term commitments
- Easy online booking
Choose from 1, 2, or weekly visits each month—whatever fits your lifestyle and goals for keeping your golf game at its best!
Ready to Play More Golf?
Book your New Patient Exam or TPI Screen today and take the first step toward pain-free golf. Same-day appointments are often available for those in urgent need of relief—right here in Ankeny.
