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Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines many of the elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. It is reported to be increasingly popular in the United States (US), particularly among older adults. There is limited published information on pickleball-related injuries, including those involving the lower extremity.
By Mathias B. Forrester, BS
Pickleball has exploded in popularity the past decade or so. Especially with seniors! More than 3 million people of all ages in the United States alone play and that number is growing by 10% every year, according to Athletic Business. The allure of the sport, especially for seniors, is that there isn’t a lot of running, but there is a lot of competition.
By Robert Weil, DPM
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Industry News & Updates
US-based companies are paying attention to the ergonomics of everyday tasks. Some, such as UPS and FedEX, are bringing in Athletic Trainers to help train employees in proper task-related movements to prevent musculoskeletal injuries.
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