Golf injury Physiotherapy

Golf injury physiotherapy at our Manchester clinic supports performance-led recovery, guided by TPI golf biomechanics and experience working with elite athletes and golfers.

Book a Physio Consultation

Book Now

Specialist Services

Our Golf Injury Physiotherapy in Manchester

Golf injury physiotherapy at our clinic in Manchester begins with a focused assessment of swing mechanics, movement efficiency, and injury risk. We regularly support golfers with:

1. Lower Back & Spinal Pain

Golf-related lower back pain caused by repeated rotation, reduced mobility, or limited stability through the spine and hips during the swing.

2. Shoulder, Elbow & Wrist Injuries

Common golf injuries such as rotator cuff pain, golfer's elbow, and wrist strain linked to swing mechanics and repetitive loading.

3. Hip, Pelvis & Rotational Restrictions

Hip pain or restricted rotation that can limit swing efficiency, reduce power, and increase strain on the lower back.

4. Overuse Injuries & Performance-Related Pain

Gradual-onset pain and overuse injuries caused by training volume, practice intensity, or inefficient movement patterns.

5. Returning and Senior Golfers

Golfers returning to the game after injury or time away, and senior golfers managing the demands of the swing alongside age-related changes in mobility and strength.

Book Now

How We Assess

How We Assess Your Injury

At Elite Performance Physio MCR, our golf injury assessments apply the same structured approach we use with elite and professional athletes, shaped by the physical demands of the golf swing and the factors contributing to pain, restriction, or reduced performance.

Our Assessment

By exploring a range of contributing factors, we identify how movement limitations, strength deficits, and control issues are contributing to your pain or injury. This may include evaluating:

Mobility and stability through the key areas involved in the golf swing
Movement patterns that may place excess strain on joints or tissues
Physical factors that may increase injury risk or limit performance

This gives us clear direction for the next steps and which physiotherapy services to draw on, ensuring your rehabilitation aligns with the demands of golf.

Why This Helps Our Physiotherapists

This allows our Manchester-based physiotherapists to:

Identify the root causes of golf-related pain rather than treating symptoms in isolation
Recognise movement patterns that increase injury risk
Guide clinical decision-making for the specific demands of the golf swing

As a result, your treatment is aligned with the demands of your game, bringing the same clinical depth we apply with elite and professional athletes to every golfer we work with.

Conditions We Treat

Golf Injuries that we specialise in

Golf injuries vary considerably depending on the area involved, swing mechanics, and playing load. Our golf injury physiotherapy supports the full range of presentations we see in practice.

Golf-Related Back Pain

Lower back and spinal pain caused by repeated rotation and loading through the swing, where mobility, stability, and strength deficits typically drive recurrent symptoms.

See our sports spine injury page for related spinal complaints.

Golfer's Elbow and Wrist

Medial elbow pain, wrist strain, and tendon-related complaints linked to grip, impact, and repetitive swing loading, where progressive loading supports a sustainable return to play.

Shoulder Injuries

Rotator cuff irritation and shoulder pain associated with the overhead and rotational demands of the swing, common in golfers across all levels.

See our sports shoulder pain page for related shoulder complaints.

Hip Restrictions

Hip pain and restricted rotation that limit swing efficiency, reduce power, and increase strain elsewhere in the body, where targeted mobility and strength work restores performance.

Overuse Injuries

Gradual-onset and overuse injuries linked to training volume, practice intensity, and inefficient movement patterns, where load management and movement retraining support recovery.

Our Approach

How Golf Injury Physiotherapy Works

As registered Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) professionals and golfers ourselves, we bring a performance-level understanding of the golf swing. Each stage applies the same structured framework we use with elite and professional athletes, combined with a biomechanics-led approach to golf rehabilitation.

Step 1: Initial Physiotherapy Assessment

Your journey begins with a comprehensive assessment to understand your injury history, current symptoms, and how physical limitations are affecting your golf swing, with the same clinical depth we bring to elite and professional athletes.

Step 2: Identifying Golf-Specific Factors

Through specialised golf-specific movement screening informed by TPI principles, combined with detailed injury screening, we identify the restrictions, asymmetries, and loading patterns contributing to pain or injury. This allows us to pinpoint root causes rather than symptoms alone.

Step 3: Targeted Treatment & Rehabilitation Planning

Following assessment, treatment typically combines hands-on physiotherapy to reduce pain and restore movement, alongside a customised plan of progressive, golf-specific exercises. This may include sports massage to support recovery between rounds and training.

Step 4: Progressive Return to Golf & Performance

Rehabilitation is progressed in structured stages to restore strength, stability, and movement control, supporting a safe return to practice, play, and performance on the course, aligned with your goals and physical capacity.

Step 5: Ongoing Support & Collaborative Care

Where appropriate, we work closely with local golf professionals, fitness trainers, and medical consultants across Greater Manchester, ensuring collaborative care that supports long-term performance, resilience, and confidence in your return to golf.

Book Now

What Our Clients Say

Our clients are at the heart of everything we do

Hear from clients who have elevated their performance and long-term well-being with our expert-led care.

Google Reviews

“Block book appointments to avoid disappointment! A professional vocalists best kept secret!! Dan has become a staple to my busy life as a performer. I try to book in as regular as possible if he has a slot available. Dan is amazing, the best in the business. I always leave feeling more relaxed, with clearer tone and ready for performance mode again. I have recommended him to other performers, reluctantly because i want to always make sure I can get an appointment. Thank you Dan!”

Chesqua - Professional Singer

10/10 physio! I first went to see Henry a few months ago as I started to experience shin splints while training for Manchester marathon. Henry took the time to understand what was going on, what my goals were, and what my strengths/weaknesses were, always structuring our sessions around my needs and preferences. Thanks to Henry, my pain was manageable throughout my training and I made it through the marathon pain-free! I thoroughly enjoyed our sessions and couldn’t recommend enough – thank you for everything! 🙂

Isabel Hague

“Dan is without doubt one of the best in his field of work. His knowledge and expertise is second to none. He has helped me not only physically by putting together a specialised plan for my injuries, but also mentally helping me understand by explaining everything throughly and intricately. Dan is warm, friendly and he genuinely cares about each of his clients. My sessions with Dan have not only begun to heal my injuries, but I have built strength, gained knowledge and it’s boosted my confidence. I come out of my sessions with spring in my step!”

Laura Harrison - Professional Music Theatre Performer

“After struggling with my knee for a few months, Dan popped round to make an assessment. He was clear, thoughtful, understood my lifestyle and my desire to get moving. He provided advice, guidance and hands on treatment that helped deal with the swelling and pain. I have recommended him to my son and you only do that when you trust someone to make a difference. Thank you Dan.”

Clare Hayward -Director At Cirus

Highly recommend!! Without a doubt the best Physiotherapy clinic i have been to. Outstanding! i had a shoulder injury which is so much better. Im back at the gym and loving each workout. Thank you Henry for all the treatments.

Mohammed Rauf

“I’ve had the pleasure of being treated by Dan on two separate jobs, where he looked after my feet and voice. In only a few sessions I regained total mobility in my feet in a physically intensive show, and more recently have been making use of his vocal massage skills for a vocally demanding role. Dan has an amazing way of finding the crux of the issue and will resolve it with ease, reassurance and expertise. I would recommend Dan to anyone!”

Jed Berry - West End actor

“Dan is an extraordinarily effective physio who has helped me immediately with various joint and muscle problems over the last year and a half. In addition to the treatment he clearly explains the cause of the problems and gives exercises focusing on prevention of reoccurrence and strengthening of the area involved. I feel in great shape thanks to the treatment, core exercises and the inspiration he has given me to get back to running and exercising.”

A. Zuntz - Professional violinist

“An actress friend recommended Dan to me as I needed a vocal massage. I was on tour and my voice was getting tired. I didn’t think I would find someone in Manchester but then my friend told me about Dan. He was amazing. A really nice guy, I immediately felt comfortable and relaxed and he was so good. My voice felt so much better the next day. After that I saw him weekly, not just for my voice but for all the injuries I was sustaining on tour. He fixed my neck, back and calf, and I can’t thank him enough!”

Hayley Tamaddon - Professional actor

“I was referred to Dan by an NHS Speech and Language Therapist for laryngeal physiotherapy. Not only has Dan really helped me with this side of things, but he has also provided manual therapy and exercises for symptoms caused by autoimmune conditions and chronic pain. I am appreciative that Dan has liaised with the other healthcare professionals involved in my care as part of a holistic approach, and they have also appreciated this. He is honest and will tell you if something is likely to help or not and what may be realistic, and reviews your goals with you regularly. I would recommend him to anyone.”

Alexandra Brown - NHS psychologist

Henry is a really great physio providing sound advice and he really listens to your issues wisely continually assessing progress to. Starting with the basics and fundamentals of strength to help my knee has been really helpful. Communications are clear and very understanding with bookings.

Declan Brady

“Daniel has a real ability to understand his clients’ needs and implement the most powerful and integrative treatments. Superb in communication and application, he makes a real and lasting difference for successful recovery and physical development. With specific and varying needs, I always come away feeling empowered and reinvigorated. Dan’s the man and I will travel far and wide to get an appointment. Thanks Daniel!”

Rik Makarem - Professional actor

“Dan has helped me a lot with my piano playing related injuries and has gone further than any other physio I’ve had to combat the problem. I return regularly not only to maintain my wellbeing but to have a catch up too. I highly recommend Dan to anyone!”

Mackenzie Paget - Classical pianist

FAQs

Your Questions About Golf Injury Physiotherapy

Do I need to be a professional golfer to book golf injury physiotherapy?

No. We work with golfers of all levels, from recreational players to competitive and elite athletes. Treatment is always tailored to your experience, goals, and playing demands.

How is golf injury physiotherapy different from general physiotherapy?

Golf injury physiotherapy considers the specific physical demands of the golf swing. Using golf-informed assessment and TPI principles, treatment focuses on movement patterns, rotation, stability, and load management relevant to golf.

What types of golf injuries do you commonly treat?

We treat a wide range of golf-related injuries, including lower back pain, shoulder and elbow issues, wrist pain, hip restrictions, and overuse injuries linked to swing mechanics and training load.

Will treatment focus on pain relief or improving my golf performance?

Both. Treatment aims to reduce pain and restore movement while addressing the underlying factors affecting swing efficiency and performance, helping reduce the risk of future injury.

Do you work alongside golf coaches or other professionals?

Where appropriate, we work closely with local golf professionals, fitness trainers, and medical consultants across Greater Manchester to support a collaborative and well-rounded rehabilitation process.