Pickleball Injuries Are on The Rise

Are You At Risk for Falling While Playing Pickleball?

Research conducted at the University of Tennessee Chattanooga sought to determine differences between pickleball players who fell while playing and those who did not. The study included 92 players, and 42% reported experiencing a fall while playing. 30% reported falling more than once.

The leading reasons for falls were lunging and moving backward. Participants who reported falling were also significantly older and slower on a change-of-direction test than those who did not report falling. This research offers important insights about how you can reduce your risk of getting injured while playing pickleball.