Ouch

[bdbl]

The left side (around ankle bone) of my leading (left) ankle is really sore having played today.

Any thoughts? Presumably something to do with turn?

[vp27519]

Re: Ouch

bdbl,

No real thoughts as such, but, a hint to prevent putting a bit of pressure on it on the follow through.

Consider having the left foot open slightly at address - 11 0'clock.

I do this - I have a bad lower back. It helps with my follow through.

Sorry I couldn't help you with a diagnosis.

R.I.C.E.R. - Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation and Rehabilitation. This process for the first 24 hours. If the problem continues see a doctor and get a scan or similar.

Ice application 10 minutes on, 20 minutes off.

[LowPost42]

Re: Ouch

Since changing my swing (to a body movement vs an arms hitting movement), I've had a sore lead ankle after 18. In Nicole's favour, I keep my lead foot pretty square at address (to allow for a longer backswing) - leading to a lot of torque and stress on the lower body (ankle, knee, hip).

I'm willing to take it, though, as my ball striking is the best it's ever been!

[bdbl]

Re: Ouch

Thanks you two.

I too have a fairly square lead foot, so I'll try Nicole's suggestion.

I've actually been moving more to a "free swing of the left arm" a la Leslie King, paradoxically I've found my body turn increasing, presumably to get out of the way of the arms.

However until yesterday I'd had no problems. Mind you yesterday I was on a "play as much as you want for a tenner" deal at my local 9 hole and starting early managed 2 nines either side of lunch.

Oh and btw on the last 9 I managed a personal course best which at bogey golf not might sound much to everyone else but seeing that as you'll know, at the beginning of the year I struggled to break 100 meant I went home happy. Sore. But happy.