🎾 Common Padel Injuries
🦵 Knee Injuries
Meniscus irritation
Patellar tendinitis
Why: Quick direction changes, lunges, and low shots
💪 Elbow & Forearm (Padel Elbow)
Similar to tennis elbow
Why: Repetitive strokes, grip tension, poor technique
🦶 Ankle Sprains
Lateral ankle sprains
Why: Sudden stops, wall rebounds, uneven foot placement
🏃 Muscle Strains (Calf, Hamstring, Groin)
Why: Explosive movements and insufficient warm-up
🦴 Lower Back Pain
Why: Rotation, overhead shots, poor core stability
🚨 Early Injury Warning Signs
⚠️ Don’t ignore these signals:
Persistent soreness after matches
Pain during acceleration or rotation
Reduced grip strength
Swelling or stiffness next day
