Your Houston Doctor for Pickleball and Tennis Injuries
Sometimes sports injuries are a part of the game, but that doesn’t mean you have to stay on the bench all season. Activities like tennis, racquetball and pickleball all pose similar risks to your body. At Barrett S. Brown, MD, our staff is highly experienced and qualified to address everything from overuse injuries to meniscus tears at our sports medicine facility. We are committed to addressing pain and helping you get back on the court as soon as possible.
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Addressing Common Sports Injuries
As some of the most popular adult sports in the Houston area, we see injuries from tennis and pickleball all year long. Whether you play with friends at the local court or you’re checking out some of the area’s new indoor courts, these sports are an excellent way to stay active as you age. However, as is the case with any sport, the sudden and repetitive movements they require can lead to some wear and tear on your joints and body.
In athletes playing these sports, some of the most common injuries we address include:
- Shoulder pain
- Knee pain
- Meniscus tears
- Rotator cuff tears
Our Advanced Sports Medicine Services for Houston Athletes
Dr. Brown is one of Houston’s foremost sports medicine specialists, bringing nearly two decades of experience to every patient he treats. He and his team specialize in personalized, noninvasive care using a simple three-step process — find the damage, fix the pain and support long-term health outcomes. Even when your injury requires advanced care techniques or surgical intervention, Dr. Brown prioritizes conservative, minimally invasive care options that help you recover and return to your activities.
Our care team understands the mechanics of your sports as well as we do the treatment options for them, allowing us to fast-track diagnosis and get to work on your rotator cuff repair, knee arthroscopy and more at our Houston clinic.
Tips for Staying Injury-Free on the Court
While our clinic is available to help you now, we also know that the best-case scenario is avoiding injuries entirely. These tips will help you stay safe on the court and may even help you improve your overall skills:
- Warm up and stretch: Stretching is a good idea before any exercise, as it prepares your body to move with less strain. In particular, focus on stretching your rotator cuff area to avoid the dreaded tennis shoulder pain.
- Upgrade your shoes: Shoes made specifically for your sport can help you get traction on the court and improve your lateral support when cutting, which can help prevent knee and ankle pain.
- Listen to your body: Some aches at the end of a session are normal, but if your pain persists or comes back after every game, early evaluation can help you address it before it becomes a more serious issue that can permanently alter your ability to play the game.
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Let Dr. Brown Help You Get Back to the Game
Whether you need to address the shoulder twinge you get playing pickleball or feeling some knee pain after being on the tennis court, Dr. Barrett S. Brown wants to help. Request an appointment online today or call us at 346-247-2531 to learn more about our availability.