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Common Tennis Injuries

  1. Tennis Elbow: Also known as lateral epicondylitis, it is a condition characterised by pain and inflammation on the outer part of the elbow. It is caused by overuse or repetitive motion of the forearm muscles, particularly involved in gripping and extending the wrist.
  2. Rotator cuff tears: These are injuries to one or more of the tendons in the rotator cuff. They can be partial or full-thickness and result from an acute injury.
  3. Back Pain: These injuries are very common because the sport requires back hyperextension, side bending, and rotation. These motions place significant load on the spine.
  4. Tennis Knee: Patellar tendinitis or tennis knee causes inflammation or irritation of the patellar tendons. This occurs due to repetitive stress or overuse of the knee.

How Physiotherapists Help Tennis Players Perform Better

Physiotherapists play a crucial role in helping tennis players improve their performance by addressing physical limitations, preventing injuries, and enhancing overall movement efficiency. A physiotherapist will help you learn the specific stretches, treatments, and exercises that will help minimise your injuries.

At Paul Close Physiotherapist, we offer tennis players an effective way to deal with and prevent injuries through personalised solutions. Our exercises focus on strengthening specific muscle groups, improving flexibility and the overall mechanism of the body.

Injury Prevention Tips for Tennis Players

Everyone, whether a beginner or a pro tennis player, is susceptible to injuries. But if you are aware of the tips mentioned below, you can prevent them. 

  • Spend plenty of time warming up and cooling down. 
  • Do flexibility exercises, especially for your legs and arms. 
  • Focus on the proper technique when serving or hitting the ball. 
  • Incorporate strength training into your routine to target specific muscle groups.

By combining the tips mentioned above, you can prevent injuries. However, if you are looking for expert suggestions on exercises, stretches, and techniques that will enhance your performance, reaching out to a physiotherapist at Paul Close Physiotherapist can be the best solution for you.

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