Padel and Tennis Injury Treatment and Prevention at Elite Performance Therapy
Padel and tennis are dynamic racquet sports that demand agility and precision but can lead to injuries from their intense movements. At Elite Performance Therapy, we specialize in treating and preventing injuries for padel and tennis players, helping you return to the court with confidence and strength.
Common Padel and Tennis Injuries and Our Approach
Repetitive motions, rapid directional changes, and improper technique often result in injuries, impacting areas like the shoulders, elbows, knees, and lower back. Here’s how we address the most frequent issues:
1. Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Repetitive racket swings can strain forearm muscles, causing pain on the outer elbow. We use treatments like dry needling and manual muscle manipulation, combined with customized exercises, ergonomic advice, and bracing to alleviate pain and support recovery.
2. Knee Ligament Sprains
Sudden stops and pivots in padel and tennis place stress on the knees, potentially causing sprains to ligaments like the ACL or MCL. We create tailored rehab plans with strengthening exercises, joint mobilization, and proprioceptive training to ensure a complete recovery.
3. Rotator Cuff Injuries
Overhead motions like serves and smashes can strain the shoulder’s rotator cuff, leading to pain and limited mobility. Our evidence-based approach, grounded in the latest research, heals complex shoulder injuries by:
- Enhancing strength
- Improving flexibility
- Restoring range of motion
- Optimizing joint stability and lubrication
- Refining proprioception
4. Low Back Pain
Twisting, bending, and abrupt movements in padel and tennis can contribute to low back pain, particularly with poor posture. Our holistic care includes manual manipulation and tailored exercises to relieve pain, enhance flexibility, and strengthen core stability, enabling pain-free play.
Our Expertise
With nine years of experience in Spain—home to over 5.5 million padel players, the highest number worldwide according to Statista, and the birthplace of padel—Elite Performance Therapy brings unparalleled expertise. Spain leads the world in padel participation and produces most top-tier professional players. Having treated some of the best padel players in the world, we craft personalized rehabilitation plans for padel and tennis players to ensure effective treatment and lasting recovery.
Preventing Future Injuries
In addition to recovery, we prioritize injury prevention and provide guidance on technique, conditioning, and movement efficiency to minimize injury risks, keeping you competitive and safe on the court.