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Revolutionize Your Golf Game: The Ultimate Guide to 3D Motion Capture Technology & Analysis
Motion capture technology at work—sensors on the golfer capture precise movement data that appears as 3D models on the computer screen...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Jul 315 min read
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The Golf Distance Trifecta: Improve Your Game by Maximizing Club Speed, Ball Speed, and Smash Factor
Integrating Physical Therapy With Golf Performance Can Unlock Your True Distance Potential. There are very few sports where high levels...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Jun 1311 min read
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The Movement Check-Up: Why Regular Physical Therapy Assessments Should Be Part of Your Preventive Healthcare Routine
Imagine you wake up one day and suddenly realize you can't don your socks without sitting down, or that you can't swing your golf clubs...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
May 137 min read
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Body Tempering: The Weighted Technique Revolutionizing Soft Tissue Treatment
Historically, the term tempering has been associated with metal work - a process used to harden metal. However, body tempering  is a...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Apr 54 min read
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Whey Protein Benefits: Essential for Recovery and Performance
WHAT ARE PROTEINS? Protein is vital for human survival! That may sound hyperbolic (and poetic), but without protein our bodies wouldn’t...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Mar 74 min read
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Pickleball Injury Prevention: How to Stay Safe on the Court
Did you know that the fastest growing sport in America is pickleball? According to a 2024 Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA)...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Feb 76 min read
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Creatine Benefits: More Than Just Muscle Growth | Complete Guide
What Is Creatine and How Does It Work? Creatine is an organic acid made in the liver, kidneys, pancreas, and brain ( Wyss &...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Jan 38 min read
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Power Optimization: The Science of Maximizing Your Golf Driving Distance
Proper power generation combines mobility, timing, and force production for maximum distance The Science Behind Power in Golf It's no...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Oct 10, 20245 min read
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Golfer's Elbow vs Tennis Elbow: Why Your Golf Swing May Be Hurting Your Elbows
The Suprising Truth About Elbow Pain in Golf! Did you know that golfer's elbow is 4 times less common than tennis elbow (Wolf et al.,...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Sep 4, 20244 min read
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Unlocking Your Golf Potential: The Science of Effective Practice
Introduction We all know that if you want to be good at something, like playing golf, the old adage of "practice makes perfect" rings...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Aug 5, 20246 min read
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The Vital Connection Between Breathing and Pain-Free Movement
Why Breathing Matters We can't survive without it for more than a few minutes. And no, I'm not talking about smartphones, the internet,...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Jul 1, 20243 min read
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Understanding Pain: A Journey Through Your Body's Warning System
Introduction These are voyages for anyone but the faint of heart! While our mission is to discover the source and cause of our client's...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Jun 3, 20247 min read
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The Force in Golf: How Strength and Mobility Power Your Swing
May the Force Be With You! Happy May 4th to my fellow Star Wars and golf fanatics! The force is strong with this article. By combining...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
May 4, 20245 min read
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Tension Headaches: The Most Common Type You've Probably Experienced
Introduction to Headaches According to the World Health Organization (WHO), headaches affect 3.1 billion individuals every year, imposing...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Apr 8, 20247 min read
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5 Common Golf Swing Mechanics That Cause Injury (And How To Fix Them)
Understanding the Biomechanics of Your Golf Swing Did you know that the human body is composed of 206 bones, 600 muscles, 900 ligaments,...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Mar 25, 20245 min read
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The Science of Healing: Understanding How Your Body Recovers From Injury
Tissue repair and healing following an injury is a complex process involving biological, psychological, and social components. This...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Mar 12, 20244 min read
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Collagen: The Essential Protein for Golf Performance and Recovery
Table of Contents What Is Collagen? Collagen as a Protein Why Collagen Is Incomplete (But Still Important) The 5 Essential Types of...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Feb 29, 20247 min read
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The Critical Role of Hydration in Athletic Performance and Overall Health
Did you know that the human body is composed of more than 60% water by volume (Kalman & Lepeley, 2010)? Even mild dehydration—losing just...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Feb 20, 20243 min read
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The Science of Golf Swing Kinematics: Understanding Your Body's Motion for Maximum Performance
Introduction The golf swing is one of the most complex athletic movements in sports. From setup to finish, a golfer's body moves through...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Feb 14, 20244 min read
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How Vision Impacts Your Performance: What Every Athlete Should Know
Our Visual System: The Foundation of Performance Your visual system—comprising both your eyes and brain—impacts every aspect of your...

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Jan 12, 20243 min read
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