During the recent Ryder Cup, Victor Hovland's case revived a common topic in consultations: cervical injuries in seemingly "non-explosive" athletes like golfers. However, the golf swing, repeated hundreds of times and combined with awkward postures and asymmetrical loads, represents a continuous assault on the spine.
At Clínica Elgeadi we approach these types of pathologies from a progressive perspective:
- Clinical diagnosis and advanced imaging (MRI, CT, dynamic studies).
- Personalized conservative treatment: functional physiotherapy, gesture control, manual therapy.
- If there is no response, regenerative therapies (PRP, stem cells, chondrogenic matrices) or minimally invasive/endoscopic surgery.
Not all neck pain requires surgery. But not everything should be treated solely with anti-inflammatory drugs and rest. It's key to detect injuries such as disc protrusions, joint compressions, or radiculopathies early, which can progress if not treated properly.
Our goal is always the same: to enable the patient to return to sports safely, pain-free, and with full functionality. This also includes caddies, coaches, and amateurs, who often suffer from poorly managed overloads.
From prevention to joint reconstruction, the approach must be comprehensive, personalized, and focused on keeping the patient active.
Thanks to Guillermo and the Bajo Par program for the interview.
