About The Golf Program
At the Institute for Athletic Medicine, we know that a golfer’s first concern is to stay in the game. We know, too, that an injury, regardless of cause, can throw off even the best golf game. Introducing The Golf Program, a specialized rehabilitation program designed to put injured amateur and competitive golfers back in the swing. With an understanding of the unique biomechanical requirements and demands of the game, physical therapists from the Institute for Athletic Medicine work with you for quick and effective rehabilitation.

The Golf Injury Assessment
A comprehensive musculoskeletal evaluation helps physical therapists assess the causes of your injury. The golf injury assessment includes:

• complete examination and treatment of your injury
• testing of golf-specific muscle strength, flexibility and range-of-motion
• a biomechanical assessment of your golf swing, including a high-speed video analysis
• individualized golf-specific exercise prescription to enhance your strength and flexibility to minimize re-injury
• follow up with your organization or teaching professional.

You will need to bring the following items to your golf injury assessment:

• comfortable clothing
• golf clubs, including short iron, mid-iron, long iron and wood 
• a VHS videotape if you wish to keep a tape of your swing.

Getting Started
If you think the Golf Program might help you return to the links in good health, call 612-672-7602, for further information. For an appointment, call 612-672-7100.

The Institute for Athletic Medicine is a physical therapy provider and accepts a wide range of insurance plans. Your doctor’s referral is recommended, but self-referrals are welcomed. Check with your insurance carrier about coverage.

Related Services
Physical therapists who understand the unique demands of golf are available for group or individual educational presentations. Available topics include:

• care and prevention of golf injuries
• off-season conditioning
• golf-specific warm up exercises
• playing golf after back pain
• treatment of golf injury