Poster Session
Issue Date: July 2018
Published Online: November 01, 2018
Updated: April 30, 2020
Benefits of a Modified Golf Swing for Improvement of Occupational Performance in Golf Community Residents
Maria Colmer, OTD, MEd, OTR/L, OTA; Karlen Geldmaker; Thor Parrish
Author Affiliations
  • Florida Gulf Coast University
  • Florida Gulf Coast University
  • Florida Gulf Coast University
Article Information
Complementary/Alternative Approaches / Geriatrics/Productive Aging / Health and Wellness / Prevention and Intervention
Poster Session   |   November 01, 2018
Benefits of a Modified Golf Swing for Improvement of Occupational Performance in Golf Community Residents
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, November 2018, Vol. 72, 7211515261. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2018.72S1-PO5036
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, November 2018, Vol. 72, 7211515261. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2018.72S1-PO5036
Abstract

Date Presented 4/20/2018

This mixed method study compared golf ball distance of a full versus a three-quarter swing. A significant difference was noted in spinal torque with no change in distance traveled. Golfers had more control of the three-quarter swing. Retirement community residents were willing to use proper golf techniques to improve longevity playing golf and quality of life.

Primary Author and Speaker: Maria Colmer

Additional Authors and Speakers: Karlen Geldmaker, Thor Parrish

Contributing Authors: Danielle Chini, Amanda Erwin, Katelyn Kidwell, Tara M. McKenna