Typical tennis player injuries
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Degeneration of the common extensor tendon at the lateral epicondyle. Affects up to 50% of amateur tennis players. Cause: improper backhand technique, heavy racket, stiff strings. Cortisone provides temporary pain relief but worsens long-term prognosis. MIBRAR: tendon regeneration in 2-3 months.
Tennis Shoulder
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome, partial rotator cuff tears (especially supraspinatus muscle), biceps tendinopathy. Cause: serve and overhead smash - arm above head with maximum acceleration. MIBRAR: cuff regeneration without surgery for partial tears.
Knee Osteoarthritis
Constant stops, pivots, and lateral movements stress knee cartilage. Medial compartment suffers more. MIBRAR: cartilage regeneration, extension of athletic career.
Wrist Tendinopathy
Overload of wrist extensor tendons. Pain with racket grip and strokes. MIBRAR: tendon regeneration, return to full grip strength.
Achilles Tendinitis
Constant starts and stops stress the Achilles tendon. Chronic tendinopathy does not respond to conservative treatment. MIBRAR: tendon regeneration in 3-4 months.
Return to the court
Weeks 1-4: Recovery
Rest for the treated area. General physical conditioning: cardio, core, legs (for arm injury) or upper body (for knee injury). Light stretching from week 2.
Weeks 4-6: Beginning
Soft strokes with foam balls. Shortened distance. No serves. Theraband exercises to strengthen stabilizer muscles.
Weeks 6-10: Progression
Full strokes with regular balls. Gradual intensity increase. Serves from week 8 (starting at 50% power). Technique work for relapse prevention.
Weeks 10-12: Full Play
Full training. Sparring. Competitions from week 12. Continue strengthening exercises.
Questions
Yes. Epicondylitis is an ideal indication. Tendon regeneration in 2-3 months. Effectiveness over 90%. Without cortisone or surgery.
Soft strokes after 4-6 weeks. Full play after 8-10 weeks. Competitions after 3 months.
Proper technique (especially backhand). Suitable racket (weight, balance, grip size). Regular strengthening exercises. Stretching before and after play.

