Golfing injuries are fairly common because of the repetitiveness of the swing and how technically demanding it is. The repeated twisting involved with swings puts stress on the same muscles, tendons and joints, especially the lower back, shoulders and wrists. Another factor is the rotational force of the swing. The golf swing generates a lot of torque, particularly through the spine. If your technique isn’t solid, or your body isn’t conditioned for it, that stress can lead to issues like...

Golfers need strong hands Several studies and clinical trials have demonstrated that massage of the hands can lead to increased grip endurance and strength. Individuals with arthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) or those recovering from injury can be particularly helped. Hand anatomy How does massage strengthen the hands? In conjunction with massaging hands, the best results can be obtained by also massaging the forearms. Muscles in the forearms are partly responsible for hand functions....

I recently spent four weeks in Thailand, visiting Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Trang, Koh Ngai, Ao Nang and Bangkok. Whilst on my travels I had several massages and picked up a few more useful techniques to incorporate into my repertoire. In Chiang Mai I tried a Tok Sen massage which had intrigued me a year earlier. It originated in northern Thailand and involves tapping the body using a wooden mallet and wooden chisel. The idea is that the taps generate vibrations which softens and releases...