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Saint Louis Golf Doc's Injury Prevention Tips: Stay Healthy and Improve Your Game
Golf is a physically demanding sport that requires precision, power, and perseverance. Unfortunately, golf can cause serious overuse injuries, particularly in the back, hips, shoulders, and wrists. The good news? With proper preparation, warm-ups, and physical conditioning, most golf injuries can be avoided. In this article, we’ll cover common golf injuries, tips for prevention, and golf-specific fitness resources to help you stay pain-free while improving your performance. C

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Mar 44 min read


Golf Nutrition Tips: Fuel Your Performance with the St. Louis Golf Doc’s Expert Advice
Want to improve your golf game? The answer might be in your kitchen, not just on the driving range! You heard right, as the St. Louis Golf Doc I see firsthand how the right nutrition can transform performance on the course. Why Golf Nutrition Matters for Performance When golfers visit my clinic to improve their swing, I often get funny looks when I ask about their diet. "What does my diet have to do with my golf swing?" you might ask. Well, here's the truth: Your body is the

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Sep 17, 20255 min read


Whey Protein Benefits: Essential for Recovery and Performance
Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission if you make a purchase through them—at no additional cost to you. I only recommend products that I trust and believe can benefit your recovery or performance journey. WHAT ARE PROTEINS? Protein is vital for human survival! That may sound hyperbolic (and poetic), but without protein our bodies wouldn’t be able to fight infections, synthesize hormones, assist with cellular division,

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Mar 7, 20255 min read


Creatine Benefits: More Than Just Muscle Growth | Complete Guide
Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission if you make a purchase through them—at no additional cost to you. I only recommend products that I trust and believe can benefit your recovery or performance journey. What Is Creatine and How Does It Work? Creatine is an organic acid made in the liver, kidneys, pancreas, and brain. Now that might sound really scientific, but I promise we aren't going to delve into organic chemistry

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Jan 3, 20259 min read


Collagen: The Essential Protein for Golf Performance and Recovery
Disclosure: Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I may earn a commission if you make a purchase through them—at no additional cost to you. I only recommend products that I trust and believe can benefit your recovery or performance journey. Table of Contents What Is Collagen? Collagen as a Protein Why Collagen Is Incomplete (But Still Important) The 5 Essential Types of Collagen Why Collagen Matters for Golfers Best Collagen Sources Recommended Collagen

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Feb 29, 20248 min read


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? Even mild dehydration—losing just 2% of your total body water—can cause cardiovascular strain while significantly hindering aerobic performance and cognitive function. What Does 2% Dehydration Actually Mean? Let's put this into practical terms: If you weigh 200 pounds and lose 4 pounds after a strenuous workout, you've lost 2% of your body weight in water. For athletes and fitness enthusiasts, this

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Feb 20, 20244 min read


What is Integrative Physical Therapy? Understanding Treatment, Benefits & Expert Care
Introduction Physical therapy (PT) is a vital healthcare profession that helps people of all ages recover from injury, manage chronic pain, and improve their movement and quality of life. But there are many misconceptions about what physical therapy is and what physical therapists do. Did you know that in all 50 states, you can see a physical therapist without a physician referral? And that the average physical therapy doctoral program is highly competitive, with an acceptanc

Dr. David Didlake, DPT
Sep 14, 20235 min read
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