By Dr. Sami Farah, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Specialist in Anterior Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement Earlier this year, I had the pleasure of attending the Australian Open with my brother, where I met tennis great Jim Courier. Standing courtside,...
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Getting Back on the Green: Hip Surgery and Your Golf Game
By Dr. Sami Farah, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Specialist in Anterior Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement.
Hip Surgery and Your Golf Game are no longer incompatible. Thanks to advancements in minimally invasive techniques, golfers can look forward to not just pain relief but also a meaningful return to the sport they love. Whether you’re a weekend enthusiast or a seasoned player, understanding how surgery impacts your swing mechanics and recovery timeline is key to getting back on the green with confidence.
Golf is a game of precision, balance, and endurance. But for many golfers, hip pain can quickly turn a passion into a frustration. Fortunately, modern surgical techniques have made it possible to regain your mobility and get back on the course faster than ever.
Why Golfers Choose Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement
Unlike traditional hip procedures, anterior minimally invasive hip replacement allows for a faster and smoother recovery. Many of my golfing patients are pleasantly surprised at how quickly they regain strength, balance, and confidence in their swing.
Benefits for Your Game
- Faster Return to Play – Many golfers are able to start light practice within 4–6 weeks, and resume full rounds within 3–4 months.
- Improved Mobility – Preserving muscles and tendons during surgery means a more natural swing and less stiffness.
- Reduced Pain – Post-surgery discomfort is significantly lower, making long days on the course much more enjoyable.
- Confidence on the Course – Knowing your hip is stable allows you to focus on your swing rather than worrying about pain.
Recovery Timeline: Getting Back to Golf After Hip Surgery
- Weeks 1–2: Gentle walking and stretching
- Weeks 3–6: Light golf practice, putting, and short swings
- Months 2–3: Full swings on the driving range
- Months 3–4: Returning to 18-hole rounds comfortably
Every golfer is different, and progress depends on your fitness, dedication to exercises, and following your surgeon’s guidance.
Final Thoughts on Hip Surgery and Your Golf Game
Hip pain doesn’t have to be the end of your golf game. With modern techniques like anterior minimally invasive hip surgery, golfers can return to the course sooner, stronger, and more confident. If hip discomfort is holding you back, it’s worth discussing your options with a specialist who understands the demands of the sport.
Dr Sami Farah
MBBS, BSc(Appl.Math&Phys), MBiomedEng, FRACS (Ortho), FAOrthA
Dr Sami Farah is an experienced Hip and Knee Orthopaedic Surgeon consulting and operating across the Eastern Suburbs and Sutherland Shire of Sydney. He offers 25+ years of clinical and surgical experience at the highest level and is an expert in anterior minimally invasive hip replacement, hip resurfacing and patient-specific knee replacement.