Tendon Tears in Tennis: Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention & Safe Return to Play
A Tennis Doctor and Tennis Expert's Complete Guide
Tennis is a sport of explosive serves, powerful groundstrokes, rapid lateral movement, and sudden changes of direction. Every time a player pushes off the court, swings overhead, or brakes to reach a difficult ball, the tendons help transfer force from muscle to bone.
When a tendon is overloaded beyond its capacity, it can become damaged or tear. A tendon tear may be partial or complete, and the injury can significantly affect a player's ability to walk, run, serve, or compete.