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“Golfer’s Elbow” in Tennis Players
People talk about tennis elbow all the time. It has become part of the vernacular with people who have never touched a racket, who use the term to describe pain on the lateral side of the elbow. Less...
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Common Wrist Injuries in Tennis Players
Wrist injuries in tennis players are, unfortunately, very common and can result from a single traumatic event or from chronic repetitive motions. Juan Martin Del Potro won the 2009 US Open only to miss...
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“Dead Arm Syndrome” in Tennis Players
“Dead Arm Syndrome” often refers to pain during the throwing motion that results in decreased velocity. That said, it may also refer to the pain experienced by other overhand athletes including tennis...
View ArticleInjury Prevention Tips for Tennis Players
The beginning of September is one of the most exciting times of the year for tennis enthusiasts, as the US Open brings out the best players in the world. As the professional tennis season approaches...
View ArticleAsk the Expert: Tennis Injuries
In honor of the current U.S. Open, Dr. Jennifer Solomon, Physiatrist, answers readers’ questions on tennis injuries. Q1. What is the most common injuries you see from tennis players? The most common...
View ArticleTips to Avoid Low Back Pain in Golfers
Low back pain is the most common musculoskeletal reason that golfers stop playing. It has been estimated that up to one third of golfers have limited play due to low back pain. In the amateur golfer,...
View ArticleMaintaining Your Tennis Game at an Older Age
With Labor Day approaching, tennis will be center stage in New York at the US Open. For some tennis players, it will signal the winding down of their season. However, for others, tennis is a year round...
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