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Preventing Pickleball Injuries Pickleball is booming across Palm Beach and Broward Counties, especially among adults aged 45 and older in communities like Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Lake Worth, Lantana, Wellington, Jupiter, and Palm Beach Gardens. Its social, low-impact nature makes it a favorite for active adults—but the quick movements and repetitive motions can lead to injuries without proper preparation. At Florida OrthoCare, we treat many patients with pickleball-related orthopedic issues that could be prevented with the right techniques and care. Common Pickleball Injuries We Treat at Florida OrthoCare Pickleball can take a toll on the body—especially for older adults who …

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Throughout our lives, most people will experience having a sprain or strain, and nobody is looking forward to when that day may come. While not life-threatening, they can still be frustrating and painful, especially when they are left untreated or are more severe. Whether you’re a parent of a teenager playing sports or someone who’s getting older and not able to brush them off so easily, it is useful to know how to spot them and what to do when you get them. Understanding the Difference Between Sprains and Strains With how common sprains and strains are, and how they …

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The most common site of tendon injuries is in the ankle, knee, or elbow joints. A tendon injury affects the touch fibers that connect muscles to bones. One of the larger tendons is called the Achilles tendon. This connects the calf muscle to the heel bone. Tendon injuries most commonly occur near the joints. The shoulders can also be affected. While it may appear that a tendon injury may suddenly occur, they’re usually the result of smaller tears to the tendon that have occurred over time.