Shoulder Impingement / Rotator Cuff

Overhead smashes and repeated serves strain the rotator cuff, causing tendons to be pinched inside the joint. This leads to sharp pain when lifting the arm or serving. Partial tears may occur in severe cases.

Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

An overuse injury caused by repetitive backhand strokes. Tendons on the outside of the elbow become inflamed or torn, causing pain that radiates down the forearm. Often worsens when gripping the racket or lifting objects.

Wrist Sprains / Tendonitis

Frequent volleys, sudden ball impacts, and awkward grips overload the wrist tendons. This leads to swelling, pain, and reduced grip strength — often worsened by twisting motions or repetitive rallies.

Abdominal / Oblique Strains

Twisting serves and overhead smashes can overstretch the abdominal and oblique muscles, causing sharp pain along the side or front of the stomach — worsened by rotation, coughing, or stretching.

Knee Pain (Patellar Tendonitis / Meniscus)

Constant lunging, squatting, and twisting stresses the knees. Patellar tendonitis causes pain just below the kneecap, while meniscus injuries result in swelling, clicking, and difficulty bending or straightening the knee.

Calf Strains

Explosive pushes off the court surface and sudden stops can cause tightness or tearing in the calf muscles. Common after rapid direction changes or aggressive baseline play.

Achilles Tendonitis

Common in older players, Achilles tendonitis creates stiffness and pain along the back of the heel — especially first thing in the morning or after periods of rest. Aggravated by explosive sprinting and jumping.