Golf Rehab Program
Return to the course with confidence. Our Five-Week Interval Golf Rehabilitation Program helps golfers in Cleveland and Northern Ohio recover from shoulder injuries and surgeries with a structured, progressive approach.
Schedule Your ConsultationUnderstanding Golf-Related Shoulder Injuries
Though golf is considered a moderate-risk activity, a closer look reveals that overuse and poor technique can result in serious injury. While the golf swing may appear to be a relatively simple move, it requires a synchronized effort of muscle strength, timing, and coordination to generate high club-head speeds.
Golf injuries originate either from overuse or traumatic origin and primarily affect the elbow, wrist, shoulder, and lumbar area. With shoulder injuries, the lead shoulder—the left shoulder in right-handed golfers—is particularly vulnerable to injury.
Common Shoulder Conditions Affecting Golfers
Treatment & Recovery for Golfers
Most patients with golf-related shoulder injuries respond well to nonsurgical treatment, including rest, physical therapy, proper warm-up routines, and swing adjustments tailored to individual physical capacities.
Five-Week Interval Golf Rehabilitation Program
At the Cleveland Shoulder Institute, we highly encourage the adoption of our "Five-Week Interval Golf Program." This structured, progressive rehabilitation program is designed to accelerate your return to golf following a shoulder injury or shoulder-related surgery.
The program consists of a carefully planned set of swings using different clubs, performed three days a week for four weeks. By the fifth week, patients can enjoy a full game of nine holes.
Download Full Program PDFExercise Program Guidelines
Proper warm-ups, stretching, and strengthening should be implemented throughout the entire interval golf rehabilitation program. Remember, mechanics play an important role in your recovery. Ice the affected area after exercising. If you have questions, please contact your physician or therapist.
Five-Week Interval Golf Schedule
| Week | Monday | Wednesday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Week |
10 Putts 10 Chips 5 minute rest 15 Chips |
15 Putts 15 Chips 5 minute rest 25 Chips |
20 Putts 20 Chips 5 minute rest 20 Putts 5 minute rest 10 Chips 10 Short Irons |
| 2nd Week |
20 Chips 10 Short Irons 5 minute rest 10 Short Irons 15 Chips |
20 Chips 15 Short Irons 10 minute rest 15 Short Irons 15 Chips |
15 Short Irons 10 Medium Irons 10 minute rest 20 Short Irons |
| 3rd Week |
15 Short Irons 15 Medium Irons 10 minute rest 5 Long Irons 15 Short Irons 15 Medium Irons 10 minute rest 20 Chips |
15 Short Irons 10 Medium Irons 10 Long Irons 10 minute rest 10 Short Irons 10 Medium Irons 5 Long Irons 5 Wood |
15 Short Irons 10 Medium Irons 10 Long Irons 10 minute rest 10 Short Irons 10 Medium Irons 10 Long Irons 10 Wood |
| 4th Week |
15 Short Irons 10 Medium Irons 10 Long Irons 10 Drives 15 minute rest Repeat |
Play 9 Holes | Play 9 Holes |
| 5th Week | Play 9 Holes | Play 9 Holes | Play 9 Holes |
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Whether you're recovering from a shoulder injury or preparing for surgery, Dr. Gobezie and the Cleveland Shoulder Institute team can help you return to the game you love.
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