07/30/2026
Pickleball is one of the best things going for staying active, and a few small habits will keep you playing for years instead of weeks.
Here's what the research actually shows, so you can play smart:
β’ Most pickleball injuries come from falling, not from the swing. Good footing and court awareness matter more than your paddle.
β’ The wrist takes the most hits, usually from catching yourself on a fall.
β’ The Achilles is worth respecting early. Most ruptures happen in a player's first month, before your body has fully caught up to the game.
None of this is a reason to stay off the court. It's exactly what keeps you on it: ease into the first few weeks, warm up, and know that if something ever feels off, a real orthopedic expert is free and about 3 minutes away.
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