Knee injuries in golf are not the most common, but they can occur for a number of reasons. They represent around 10% of golfing injuries. There are three main types of knee injuries that are common when playing golf. These include aggravating existing knee conditions, soft tissue injuries, and overuse injuries. Here we will be…
Did you know that 3-18% of amateur and professional golfers suffer knee injuries? This, of course, leads to golf knee pain. Needless to say, you’re not alone. (1) But, this does beg a few questions. Why does happen as often as it does? Is there anything you can do to relieve the pain? Should you…
Your knee is a complex piece of machinery without a lot of rotational freedom. Golf is a sport that relies on rotational force. This combination makes left knee pain after golf common in the right-handed golfer (the opposite is true for you lefties). Your being here tells me that you’re already experiencing knee pain. You…
A study reports that meniscus tears are the most common knee injuries in this sport. So, I’m sure you’re wondering: Can you play golf with a torn meniscus? (1) The most direct answer, really, is that you shouldn’t be playing golf while your meniscus is still torn. It can worsen your injury and even lead…