Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the country and it’s easy to see why. It’s fun, social, and keeps you active without feeling overwhelming. But here’s what we’re seeing more and more at Sports Physical Therapy: Players aren’t getting injured because pickleball is dangerous.They’re getting injured because of the way they’re approaching […]
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Pickleball has exploded in popularity across the country and for good reason. It’s fast-paced, social, and accessible for all ages. But with more people playing more often, we’re seeing a significant increase in pickleball injuries at Sports Physical Therapy. If you’ve started noticing soreness after matches, stiffness the next morning, or even sharp pain during […]
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Fall is a major season for court sports. Basketball, volleyball, indoor tennis, and recreational leagues all ramp up as the weather shifts and athletes move indoors. Practices intensify. Game schedules become consistent. Conditioning increases. With that increase in activity comes a rise in overuse injuries, especially in the upper extremity. One of the most commonly […]
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Fall is one of the most active training seasons of the year. Athletes return to structured practices, school sports ramp up, recreational leagues restart, and many people increase their outdoor activity after the heat of summer fades. The cooler air feels refreshing. Motivation tends to be high. Schedules get busy. But with that increase in […]
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Why the Summer-to-Fall Shift Matters All athletes know the rhythm of a season. Summer often means long days, high heat, and intense training camps. Then, almost overnight, the air cools, schedules tighten, and competitions ramp up. It’s exciting—but it also puts new demands on your body. The move from summer to fall sports is more […]
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Summer is the season of peak activity for athletes. With warmer weather, longer days, and open access to courts, fields, and trails, athletes of all levels—from weekend warriors to competitive players—are out doing what they love. But with that increased activity comes a greater risk: injuries. Summer is the season of competition, high energy, and […]
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As the temperature rises and summer sports heat up, so does the risk of injury. Whether you’re getting back into tennis, heading to the pickleball court, joining a recreational soccer league, or training for a local 5K, it’s important to prepare your body. Summer sport season is full of action, but without the right strategy […]
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Physical therapy isn’t just for athletes recovering from injury—it’s for any active adult who wants to stay sharp, strong, and game-ready all season long. Tennis and pickleball might look like low-impact court sports to the casual observer, but if you’ve spent any time competing—or even rallying on the weekend—you already know the truth: These sports […]
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Athletes are built to push through. We’re trained to grind through soreness, keep going when it gets tough, and ignore anything that might slow us down. That mindset is part of what makes elite competitors great—but it can also be what causes their biggest setbacks. Because here’s the truth most athletes don’t want to hear: […]
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When we talk about improving performance in basketball, most players think about shooting drills, conditioning, and hours on the court. And don’t get me wrong—that matters. But here’s the truth: if you’re not building strength the right way, you’re leaving performance on the table—and increasing your risk for burnout or breakdown. As someone who works […]
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