Pickleball Injuries in Ottawa: What You Need to Know
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in Ottawa — but like any activity, injuries can happen without proper preparation.
→ Common Injuries
→ Why They Happen
→ How Physiotherapy Helps
→ Prevention Tips
→ FAQs
Whether you're new to pickleball or playing several times a week, understanding common injuries can help you stay active, mobile, and pain-free.
Common Pickleball Injuries
Pain on the outside of the elbow caused by repetitive gripping and swinging.
Overhead shots and serving can overload shoulder muscles and tendons.
Quick pivots and lunges can stress the knee joint, especially without strength training.
Lateral movements and sudden direction changes increase ankle injury risk.
Sudden increases in play can overload the Achilles tendon.
Why Do Pickleball Injuries Happen?
- Sudden increase in play time or intensity
- Limited strength or mobility
- Repetitive movement without recovery
- Poor warm-up habits
- Inadequate footwear support
How Physiotherapy Can Help in Ottawa
At Premier Physiotherapy, treatment is tailored to your goals and activity level.
- Movement and strength assessment
- Targeted rehab exercises
- Injury prevention strategies
- Guided return-to-sport planning
Tips to Stay Injury-Free
Warm up before playing
Increase activity gradually
Take rest days
Wear proper court shoes
Don’t ignore early pain
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to stop playing pickleball if I have pain?
Not always. It depends on the injury. A physiotherapist can help guide safe activity levels.
Can physiotherapy help prevent injuries?
Physiotherapy may help identify movement limitations, strength deficits, and training factors that may contribute to injury risk.
When should I get treatment?
If pain lasts more than a few days or begins affecting your activity, an assessment may be appropriate.
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