How Your Golf Swing Impacts Joint Health
Understanding the hidden strain behind every drive and how to protect your body for long-term play.
From shoulders to hips, the repetitive motion of your swing can place stress on key joints—learning proper mechanics and recovery strategies can help prevent common golf-related injuries.
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Your resource for information and treatment leaders in golf-related injuries.
Helping Golfers Stay on Course
Golf isn’t just a sport—it’s a passion. Whether you’re chasing your personal best or just trying to stay active outdoors, once you grab those clubs, it’s hard to put them down.
But there’s a fine line between chasing birdies and pushing your body too hard. When swing mechanics, overuse, or the wrong equipment start to take a toll, you need expert guidance from providers who know exactly how to help golfers recover safely and get back on the course. That’s where we come in.
At The Golf Docs, we offer simple, data-informed recommendations rooted in clinical expertise and real experience to help you play longer, swing smarter, and stay injury-free.
Our Featured Doctors
Brian K. Blair, M.D.
Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic Surgery of the Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Elbow, and Ankle, Knee and Shoulder Replacement
Benjamin J. Catoe, D.O.
Arthroscopic Surgery of the Elbow, Hip, Knee, Shoulder, and Ankle, Shoulder and Knee Replacement
Thomas J. Chambers, M.D.
Sports Medicine, Knee and Shoulder Replacement and Complex Reconstruction
Nathaniel R. Evans, M.D.
Shoulder, Joint Replacement, Knee, Sports Medicine, Hip, Ankle, Elbow, Wrist, Joint Revision
Max D. Gehrman, M.D.
Adult and Pediatric Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic Surgery of the Shoulder, Knee, Hip, and Elbow, Complex Reconstruction, Shoulder Replacement
Ryan M. Mathern, M.D.
Back, Neck, Interventional Pain Management, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Spine
Scott K. Mayhew, M.D.
Back, Interventional Pain Medicine, Interventional Pain Management, Neck, Spine
Edward J. Mikol, M.D.
Nonoperative Shoulder and Knee, Nonoperative Sports Medicine
Todd M. Tupis, M.D., M.S.
Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery, Shoulder, Knee, Elbow
Erin E. Watson, M.D.
Back, Interventional Pain Management, Neck, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Spine
Recent News & Events
Michael Fincham of New Bern, N.C., won the 2026 Play Golf Myrtle Beach World Amateur Championship
The clubhouse makeover includes golf simulators, a sign the property wants year-round use when heat, rain, or winter slow outdoor play.
A lighted par-3 is aimed at families, night groups, and visitors who want something shorter
Featured Tip
Choosing the Right Golf Shoe
Golf involves a lot more than just forward motion—you’re twisting, shifting weight, and stabilizing through each swing. The right footwear helps both performance and joint health:
Balance & Support: Golf shoes with proper traction and stability help control weight transfer without overloading the ankles or knees.
Course Grip: Soft spikes or modern spikeless soles are designed for traction on grass and uneven terrain—reducing slips during your swing.
Comfort: Long rounds mean lots of steps; proper cushioning reduces lower-body strain.
If you’re a casual golfer, a comfortable athletic shoe with decent grip will work. But if you play often or in varied conditions, investing in golf-specific shoes is a smart choice.
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