Specialized Care for Golfers with Low Back Pain, Hip Restrictions & Swing-Related Injuries
Golf may not look like a high-impact sport, but the golf swing places tremendous stress on the body — especially the lower back, hips, core, and spine. At Uintah Spinal Health, we specialize in helping golfers recover from pain, improve movement, and continue playing at a high level for years to come.
If you are a golfer dealing with:
- Low back pain
- Hip stiffness
- Swing-related pain
- Muscle tightness
- Reduced rotation
- Pain after rounds
- Loss of power or mobility
our team is here to help.
We provide comprehensive golf injury treatment and performance-focused care for golfers throughout Vineyard, Orem, and the surrounding Utah County communities.
Why Golfers Develop Back Pain
The golf swing is one of the most powerful rotational movements in sports. During a single swing, the body must:
- Rotate explosively
- Transfer force through the hips and core
- Stabilize the spine
- Generate rotational speed
- Absorb stress repeatedly
Over time, this can create excessive strain on:
- The lumbar spine
- Discs
- Facet joints
- Muscles
- Tendons
- Hips
- Rib cage
Many golfers assume their back pain is only coming from the lower back itself. However, in many cases, the true problem is coming from areas above or below the spine — especially the hips.
The Connection Between Hip Mobility & Golf Back Pain
One of the most common findings we see in golfers with low back pain is limited hip mobility.
When the hips do not move properly:
- The lower back compensates
- Rotational stress increases on the spine
- Swing mechanics become inefficient
- Muscles tighten excessively
- Pain and inflammation develop
Restricted hip rotation is one of the biggest contributors to:
- Chronic golf back pain
- Swing limitations
- Loss of distance
- Poor recovery after rounds
At Uintah Spinal Health, we evaluate the entire movement system — not just the area where you feel pain.
What to Expect at Your Evaluation
Every golfer receives a detailed evaluation designed specifically for rotational athletes and golf-related injuries.
Your assessment may include:
- Detailed health and injury history
- Golf-specific movement analysis
- Orthopedic testing
- Neurological testing
- Disc and nerve assessment
- Hip mobility evaluation
- Stability testing
- Functional movement screening
We assess:
- How your body rotates
- How force transfers through your swing
- Mobility restrictions
- Stability deficits
- Compensation patterns
- Potential injury contributors
If necessary, we may also recommend imaging to better evaluate structural issues.
Our goal is to determine:
- What is causing the pain
- Why it developed
- What treatment plan gives you the best long-term outcome
Specialized Golf Injury Treatment
At Uintah Spinal Health, treatment plans are individualized based on your movement patterns, symptoms, goals, and recovery needs.
Treatment may include:
Sports Chiropractic Care
We use chiropractic treatment to improve:
- Spinal mobility
- Joint mechanics
- Rotation
- Recovery
- Swing efficiency
Adjustments are designed to restore proper movement and reduce stress on overloaded areas.
Soft Tissue Therapy & Deep Tissue Massage
Golf injuries often involve tight or dysfunctional soft tissue.
Treatment may include:
- Deep tissue massage
- Pin and stretch techniques
- Instrument-assisted soft tissue work (scraping)
- Cupping therapy
- Myofascial release
These treatments help:
- Reduce muscle tension
- Improve tissue quality
- Increase mobility
- Improve recovery
Dry Needling for Golfers
Dry needling can help reduce:
- Muscle tightness
- Trigger points
- Guarding patterns
- Chronic tension
This is especially useful for:
- Low back muscles
- Hip muscles
- Glutes
- Rotational muscle groups
Focused Shockwave Therapy
Focused shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that stimulates the body’s natural healing response.
Shockwave therapy may help:
- Chronic tendon irritation
- Muscle injuries
- Hip pain
- Lower back-related soft tissue dysfunction
- Chronic inflammation
Benefits include:
- No surgery
- No injections
- Faster tissue healing
- Improved circulation
- Enhanced recovery
Ozone Therapy & Regenerative Support
For certain conditions, regenerative approaches like ozone therapy may also be considered to help support healing and recovery.
These options may be appropriate for:
- Chronic inflammation
- Degenerative conditions
- Persistent pain patterns
Golf-Specific Rehabilitation Exercises
One of the most important aspects of recovery is rehabilitation.
Hands-on treatment alone is often not enough to create long-term results.
That is why we prescribe individualized rehab programs focused on:
- Hip mobility
- Core control
- Rotational strength
- Stability
- Thoracic mobility
- Swing mechanics
- Recovery capacity
Our goal is not simply temporary pain relief.
We want to help you:
- Move better
- Swing more efficiently
- Reduce reinjury risk
- Stay healthy long term
- Continue playing golf pain-free
Specialized Care for Rotational Athletes
What separates Uintah Spinal Health from many clinics is our specialization in treating rotational athletes — especially golfers.
Dr. Jared Wadsworth has spent years focusing on golf performance, recovery, and injury treatment.
In addition to helping golfers throughout Utah County, Dr. Wadsworth has traveled on the professional golf circuit treating golfers at the highest level, including experience working with professional golfers connected to the PGA Tour environment.
This experience provides unique insight into:
- Golf biomechanics
- Rotational movement patterns
- Swing-related stress
- Recovery optimization
- Performance longevity
- Injury prevention strategies for golfers
Our clinic combines:
- Sports chiropractic
- Rehabilitation
- Performance-based treatment
- Recovery therapies
- Regenerative support
- Mobility training
to help golfers perform at their best while protecting their bodies long term.
Who We Help
We work with:
- Competitive golfers
- Weekend golfers
- Junior golfers
- Senior golfers
- Rotational athletes
- Active adults wanting to stay healthy
Patients visit us from:
- Vineyard
- Orem
- Provo
- Lehi
- Pleasant Grove
- Utah County and surrounding areas
Our office is conveniently located near Sleepy Ridge Golf Course.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do golfers commonly get lower back pain?
Golf requires repetitive rotational movement and force transfer through the spine and hips. Limited hip mobility and poor movement mechanics often place excessive stress on the lower back.
Can hip mobility really affect my golf swing?
Absolutely. Restricted hip mobility is one of the most common contributors to lower back pain, swing limitations, and loss of rotational efficiency in golfers.
Do you only treat professional golfers?
No. We work with golfers of all skill levels — from competitive players to weekend golfers who simply want to enjoy the game without pain.
Can you help me continue golfing without surgery?
Many golfers seek conservative treatment to help avoid surgery, injections, or long-term medication use. Every case is different, but our goal is always to help you recover naturally whenever possible.
What makes your office different for golfers?
Our office specializes in rotational athletes and golf-related movement assessment, rehabilitation, and recovery. We combine sports chiropractic, soft tissue treatment, rehab, shockwave therapy, and performance-focused care into individualized plans.
Schedule a Golf Injury Consultation
If back pain, hip stiffness, or swing-related pain is limiting your golf game, we would love to help.
At Uintah Spinal Health, we help golfers recover, move better, and continue playing the game they love.
Schedule your consultation today and let’s build a personalized recovery and performance plan designed specifically for you.
What’s included:
- Body-swing connection results
- Treatment plan
- Treatment as needed (adjustment, soft tissue work, dry needling, rehab exercises)
- Home exercise routine with easy to use App
All included in $179 evaluation
