Pickleball Popularity Leads to Soaring Injury Rates, Especially Fractures Among Older Women
• Pickleball-related fractures increased 200% over the last 20 years as the sport has grown rapidly in popularity
• Most common injuries are fractures, sprained ankles, knee injuries, rotator cuff tears, Achilles tears, and foot fractures
• Majority of fractures (92%) occurred from falls while playing
• Women over 65 had the highest rate of fractures, often related to osteoporosis
• Experts recommend preparing properly before playing, learning to fall safely, using good technique, and getting screened for osteoporosis