January 22, 2025

Pickleball Fever: Why Seniors Are More Prone to Injuries

January 22, 2025/ WellcomeMD/ WellcomeMD

Pickleball has exploded in popularity, captivating players of all ages. However, the epidemiology of pickleball injuries differs somewhat from other similar sports. With other racket sports, the majority sprains and strains occur in players younger than 40, holding a stark contrast with the average age of players with a clinically reported injury from playing pickleball being 66 years of age.

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