Play Better, Feel Better: Chiropractic Support for Golfers

Whether you’re a regular at Whitney Oaks Golf Club, Diamond Oaks, Sun City or just getting into the game, you know that golf is a game of precision—and your body plays a huge role in that. When stiffness, pain, or poor mobility gets in the way, it’s tough to enjoy the game or perform at your best. That’s where chiropractic care can make a huge difference.

Over the years, Dr. Hoffart, a single digit handicapper, has helped plenty of local golfers overcome pain, regain flexibility, and return to the course with greater confidence. It’s not about masking symptoms—it’s about addressing the root of the problem so your body can move the way it was designed to.

Golf puts unique demands on the lower back, neck, elbows, shoulders, and hips,
Dr. Hoffart

Common Golf-Related Challenges Chiropractic Can Address

The movements involved in a golf swing are anything but simple. When even one joint or muscle group is off, your entire performance can suffer. Chiropractic care can help with the following:

• Lower back pain: Frequent among golfers, this type of discomfort often results from poor spinal alignment or weak core support. Chiropractic adjustments help take pressure off nerves, reduce inflammation, and help restore proper movement. The benefit? You can rotate with greater ease and swing without pain.
• Restricted shoulders or hips: Your shoulder and hip joints are critical when it comes to your golf swing. If they’re tight or restricted, it throws off your mechanics and increases the risk of injury. We use techniques like Active Release Therapy (ART®) to help break up scar tissue and improve soft tissue mobility. The result? You may enjoy a smoother, more powerful swing.
• Neck and upper back tension: The golf stance and follow-through can strain your upper back and neck. Regular chiropractic care can help. How? By improving posture, reducing muscular tension, and supporting optimal spinal alignment, chiropractic care allows you to keep your head down and follow through properly without pain. As mentioned above, Atlas Orthogonal specializes in the upper neck and also is incredibly gentle.
• Balance and coordination: Every golfer needs balance—not just for putting but for the entire swing sequence. Chiropractic care supports your body’s proprioception (your sense of balance and spatial awareness), helping you stay steady and consistent on every shot.
• Injury recovery and prevention: If you’re like a lot of golfers, you may experience sprains, strains, or repetitive-use injuries at some point. We offer therapies like SoftWave TRT and NKT to promote healing and help prevent future setbacks.

“You don’t have to be injured to benefit from chiropractic care,” Dr. Hoffart adds. “Many golfers come in just wanting to improve their game—and leave feeling better than they expected. I have yet to meet someone that gets their Atlas corrected that doesn’t report playing better.”

Why Local Golfers Trust Dr. Hoffart

With over 30 years of experience, Hoffart Chiropractic has become a trusted resource for local athletes—including many from the Placer County and greater Sacramento area who spend their weekends at the links.

One of the reasons we see area golfers is our customized approach. There’s nothing cookie-cutter about our care. After all, every golfer is different, and we tailor your treatment to your goals—whether that’s playing without pain, increasing swing speed, or recovering from a sports-related injury. Dr. Hoffart uses a combination of chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue therapies, and cutting-edge diagnostics to help you play better and feel better.

Whether you’re striving for a lower handicap or just want to enjoy 18 holes without those pesky aches, chiropractic care offers a non-invasive, drug-free way to play better and feel great doing it.

Pain After a Round? Don’t Ignore It

Known for its rolling fairways, elevation changes, and technical challenges…like many of our local golf courses—can also leave you feeling sore if your body isn’t moving optimally. If you’ve noticed pain lingering after your rounds or if your swing feels stiffer than it used to, now’s a good time to visit us.