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Attention All Golfer’s!

08.26.20

Stay healthy and relaxed with golf

Exercising in the fresh air, hitting the ball over the lush green grass and spending time with congenial fellow players – the life of a hobby golfer can be very good! So, it’s no wonder that golf is becoming ever more popular.

 
Golf not only relaxes but it is also good for coordination.
 The social aspect also plays a part: Spending time with like-minded people after the round is a wonderful way of relaxing. But that’s not all: Experts say that the green sport even improves stress tolerance, as every stroke requires calmness and balance.Golf improves concentration, the sense of balance and hand-eye coordination. This is vital when you need to hit the ball in the right place at the right moment. with its specific requirements for hand-eye coordination, can help to restore lost capabilities in those who have suffered a stroke. Another positive and important effect, particularly for older golf players, is the prevention of falls. Through constantly having to find their balance in various swing positions, golfers have a better sense of balance.

Many golf devotees suffer from back and joint complaints, particularly if their swing technique isn’t perfect or if they train/play too intensively. Leading to Golfer’s Elbow and/low back pain.

Good news is that, not only is Golfer’s Elbow particularly responsive to treatment.  Altering the sequence of movements during sport and wearing an elbow orthosis for a short period of time is usually sufficient. This relieves the strained extensor and flexor muscles of the hand.

The same goes with back pain. Changing the movement routine, allowing sufficient regeneration phases and performing additional abdominal and back muscle training is usually sufficient to take the strain off the spine.

 

Braces and supports to help you on the greens.
 Using back supports can additionally help to stabilize and reduce tension.

The Epicomed elbow support was specifically designed for the treatment of chronic post-operative and post-traumatic inflammation. The compressive knitted fabric and silicone insert exert a massage effect which assists the healing process. Furthermore specific areas of pressure are aimed at reducing pain and relieving tension at the tendon inserts.

Indications;

  • Lateral and medial epicondylitis (tennis elbow, golfer‘s elbow)
  • Dislocation of the elbow
  • Joint effusion and swelling due to arthritis and osteoarthritis
  • Chronic post-operative and post-traumatic inflammation

The Lumbamed plus back support assists your lower back and can slightly reduce lordosis. The Vario-Flex pad and the compressive knit help to stimulate the metabolism and reduce muscular tension and pain. Furthermore it stabilises the sacroiliac joint and relieves the lumbosacral junction.

Details:

  • Breathable and moisture-transporting Clima Comfort and fabric ensures maximum comfort and hygiene
  • Vent openings in the Vario-Flex pad help to reduce the build-up of body heat and sweat
  • Anatomically knitted to ensure a perfect fit
  • Available as mens’ (silver) and ladies’ (sand) version

Indications:
 

  • Lower back pain (lumbago) caused by facet joint disorders
  • Postural muscle imbalance in the lumbar spine
  • Ligamentous disorders
  • Post-discectomy syndrome
  • Slight joint loosening in the lumbar spine, e.g. osteochondrosis and spondylosis
  • Irritative conditions of the sacroiliac joint
  • Symphysiolysis

Lumbamed® basic back support
Clima Comfort fabric for all-day comfort

The Lumbamed basic back support assists your lower back and can slightly reduce lordosis. The 4 integrated, anatomically shaped (angle of 35°) dorsal spring ribs can be adjusted or removed to ensure perfect adaption to the anatomy of the lumbasacral region. Furthermore the proprioceptive compression effect exerted by the support stimulates metabolism, reduces muscular tension and is aimed at easing pain.

Details:

  • Breathable and moisture-transporting Clima Comfort fabric ensures maximum comfort and hygiene
  • Vent openings in the Vario-Flex pad help to reduce the build-up of body heat and sweat
  • Anatomically knitted to ensure a perfect fit
  • Available as mens’ and ladies’ version

Indications:

  • Lower back pain (lumbago) caused by facet joint disorders
  • Postural muscle imbalance in the lumbar spine
  • Ligamentous disorders
  • Post-discectomy syndrome
  • Slight joint loosening in the lumbar spine
  • E. g. osteochondrosis and spondylosis
  • Irritative conditions of the sacroiliac joint