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By Tyler L

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  1. Hello everyone, Over the past 5 years I have ended up having 3 shoulder surgeries after a bad accident and my doctors finally said I could start playing again back in September. I find my flexibility in my left arm is seriously lacking after everything. I did not realize it at first I was so happy to be swinging again but I have found that going to the top of my backswing im now bending my left arm at the elbow to reach what used to be my natural height. I have to focus very hard on keeping my left arm straight. I am only able to get to about a 3/4 swing before this bend starts creeping in. I know not having played much at all over the past 5 years is not helping. I was hoping that you guys may have some kind of a tool or trick that you have used to help train/retrain that muscle memory. I am working with a coach and hitting the range at least 3 times a week as well as a personal trainer to try and get some of that flexibility back as well. Thank you for any ideas in advance!!

  2. Chuck Z

    Chuck Z
    Mt Pleasant, SC

    Military
    I personally think that you are doing the right thing and there are no special tools or tricks. The personal trainer is going to be your best friend to get that muscle memory back. Follow his/her lead to the letter and do your home exercises. Listen to your coach and do not overdo your range time. Coordinate with your PT and coach to see how much time you can spend on the range. I did not go to the range until my Physical Therapist released me. My issue was for hips and back. My neurosurgeon states that surgery at my age is not a option. So I have to limit my range time as well as my number of days I play.

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