The golf swing is a powerful, repeated rotational movement that places significant strain on the elbow, lower back and wrist with every shot. That’s what makes it a low-impact sport for the joints, yet demanding when a flawed technique is repeated hundreds of times per session. HOPP was designed by FIFA-certified sports physios to help you understand your injury and get back to it without getting hurt a second time.
The most common golf injuries
The swing motion, repeated both on the range and on the course, exposes you to specific injuries of the elbow, back and wrist.
The most common, and why
Golf elbow
— golf’s signature injury, linked to the repetition of the swing motion.Low back pain
— very common, linked to the powerful trunk rotation on every shot.Tennis elbow
— present in some golfers depending on their swing technique.Wrist flexor tendinopathy
— overuse linked to the repeated impact with the ball.Shoulder tendinitis
— overuse during range practice sessions.
Find your golf injury
7 golf-related injuries are covered by the HOPP app. Select the one that matches your situation to access dedicated content: how the injury happens, the likely cause, and a suitable programme.
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Cause #1: a flawed swing, repeated in high volume
Poor warm-up, equipment unsuited to your build: these factors play a role, but the most common cause of golf injuries lies elsewhere. In the vast majority of cases, it’s a technical flaw in the swing, repeated hundreds of times over a practice session, that eventually creates a localised overload.
The most common mistakes
Stacking long practice sessions without regular breaks
Repeating a technical swing flaw without correction
Increasing the volume of balls hit too quickly after a return
Neglecting to warm up the back and forearms before playing
HOPP physio tip
before blaming just your elbow or your back, the first question to ask yourself is almost always the same: is my swing technically correct? That’s the factor most often at fault, and also the easiest to fix once identified.
The risks of doing nothing
Continuing to play without understanding what’s going on is never a good strategy. Without proper care, a golf injury almost always follows the same script.
What you risk without proper care
An injury that gets worse if you keep playing without adjusting your load
A longer recovery period than with prompt care
A higher risk of relapse on your return, if the cause hasn’t been treated
HOPP takes care of every golfer profile
A competitor chasing a lower handicap, a weekend casual player, someone discovering golf after another sport: every profile has different needs, but none is left out by HOPP.
The profiles HOPP supports
How HOPP supports you, day after day
Since a poorly mastered technique is the leading cause of golf injuries, it’s also the first thing HOPP helps you manage better. Every morning, you indicate how you feel, and your programme adjusts accordingly: a bit more load if all is well, a bit less if the area is complaining. The programme helps you find the right practice volume, session after session.
Good to know
HOPP is an injury information tool designed by sports physiotherapists. It doesn’t replace a doctor’s opinion.
Frequently asked questions
Does HOPP replace a medical consultation?
No. HOPP is an injury information tool designed by sports physiotherapists, it doesn’t replace a doctor’s opinion. It gives you clear, quick guidance to understand your situation and know how to act, and directs you to a professional if needed.
Do I need to stop golf completely during the programme?
Not necessarily. The programme adapts to your injury and how you feel each day: depending on the case, the volume of balls hit may be temporarily reduced, rather than stopping golf altogether.
I’m just starting out in golf, is HOPP right for me?
Yes. The programme is calibrated to your actual practice, whether you’re just starting out or have been playing for years. It’s not designed only for experienced golfers.
How long before I feel an improvement?
It depends on the injury and how long you’ve had it. You get a first clear explanation in 3 minutes, then the care programme gives you a realistic return trajectory, adjusted every day based on how you feel.
What if my condition doesn’t improve with the programme?
You can talk it through by teleconsultation with an expert sports physiotherapist to review your situation. HOPP also directs you to a medical consultation if your symptoms require it.
Is the 3-minute test really free?
Yes, the test that explains your injury is free and with no commitment. You then freely choose whether you want to start a suitable care programme.
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