Paddle Performance & Common Injuries: Expert Treatment at Dynamic Regenerative Medicine (Birmingham & Warwickshire)

Paddle Performance & Common Injuries

Over recent years, Paddle (often referred to as Padel) has exploded in popularity across the UK. Fast, dynamic, addictive, and incredibly fun, it blends the best elements of tennis and squash but with this rise in participation comes a sharp increase in paddle-related injuries.

At Dynamic Regenerative Medicine, with clinics in Birmingham and Warwickshire, our specialist musculoskeletal team sees a growing number of recreational and competitive Paddle players seeking expert care. From tendon overuse problems to acute joint injuries, we provide evidence-based treatments including corticosteroid injections, PRP therapy, hyaluronic acid (gel) injections, and tailored rehabilitation programmes.

Why Paddle Leads to Injury

Paddle is a fast-paced sport involving sudden acceleration, rotational power, overhead shots and repetitive impact. These movement patterns place significant stress through the:

• Shoulders

• Elbows

• Wrists

• Knees

• Lower back

• Achilles tendon

Whether you’re new to Paddle or playing regularly, understanding the typical injury risks is essential to keep you performing optimally.

Most Common Paddle Injuries We See and Treat

1. Shoulder Pain & Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy

Overhead smashes and repeated serving-like motions place heavy strain on the rotator cuff. Common issues include:

• Rotator cuff tendinopathy

• Subacromial impingement

• Bursitis

• Biceps tendon irritation

Symptoms: Pain lifting the arm, weakness, night pain, difficulty serving or smashing.

Treatments at Dynamic Regenerative Medicine:

• Corticosteroid injections for inflammation relief

• PRP injections to stimulate tendon healing

• Rehabilitation focusing on scapular stability and rotator cuff strength

2. Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

Due to the repetitive wrist extension and forearm load when hitting the Paddle ball, lateral elbow pain is extremely common.

Symptoms: Outer elbow pain, reduced grip strength, pain with backhand strokes.

Treatments we provide:

• PRP Therapy (strong evidence for chronic tendinopathy)

• Corticosteroid injection for short-term flare management

• Bracing, manual therapy, and eccentric strengthening

3. Wrist Sprains & Tendon Irritation

The compact Paddle racket and quick reaction-based strokes place a unique load on the wrist and forearm tendons.

Common injuries include:

• Wrist sprain

• De Quervain’s tenosynovitis

• TFCC overload

• Flexor/extensor tendon strain

Treatment options:

• Rest & splinting

• Ultrasound-guided corticosteroid injection

• PRP in chronic tendon cases

• Manual therapy & kinetic chain strengthening

4. Knee Pain & Patellofemoral Overload

Frequent lunging, pivoting, and sudden changes of direction stress the patellofemoral joint and surrounding tendons.

Common knee issues include:

• Patellofemoral pain syndrome

• Patellar tendinopathy

• Meniscal irritation

• Early osteoarthritis flare-ups

Treatments we provide:

• Hyaluronic acid (gel) injections for joint lubrication

• PRP to support tendon or meniscal healing

• Rehabilitation focusing on quadriceps balance, glute control, and movement mechanics

5. Achilles Tendinopathy & Calf Strain

The explosive push-off required in Paddle loads the Achilles complex heavily.

Symptoms: Achilles stiffness, morning pain, swelling, difficulty pushing off.

Treatments:

• Shockwave therapy

• PRP for chronic tendon degeneration

• Progressive eccentric strengthening

• Load management strategies

6. Lower Back Injury

Rotational power shots and hyperextension-based movements often cause lumbar facet irritation or muscular strain.

Treatment options:

• Manual therapy

• Core stability and mobility rehab

• Injection therapy when required (e.g., corticosteroid for facet inflammation)

Our Advanced Treatment Options

At Dynamic Regenerative Medicine, our specialist-led clinics offer the most comprehensive range of musculoskeletal treatments available, delivered by highly experienced clinicians with over a decade in advanced injury management and injection therapy.

✔ Corticosteroid Injections

Fast-acting relief for inflammatory conditions such as bursitis, impingement, and acute tendon flare-ups.

✔ Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy

A regenerative approach that uses your own platelets to stimulate tissue repair. Especially effective for:

• Tendinopathies

• Rotator cuff injuries

• Tennis elbow

• Knee degeneration

✔ Hyaluronic Acid (Gel) Joint Injections

Improves joint lubrication, reduces pain, and enhances mobility — ideal for knee overload or early osteoarthritis.

✔ Rehabilitation & Performance Conditioning

Structured rehab programmes tailored specifically to Paddle-related biomechanics.

Why Paddle Players Choose Dynamic Regenerative Medicine

✓ Specialist musculoskeletal clinicians

We are highly experienced in sports injury, regenerative medicine, and ultrasound-guided injections.

✓ Evidence-based treatment

We combine modern regenerative treatments with structured rehabilitation.

✓ Two leading clinics

Convenient locations in

Edgbaston, Birmingham and Henley-in-Arden, Warwickshire.

✓ Trusted by athletes & sports enthusiasts

From competitive players to beginners, we support safe return to play and enhanced performance.

How to Prevent Paddle Injuries

To stay injury-free and performing at your best

• Warm up thoroughly (especially shoulder & hip rotation)

• Strengthen your rotator cuff, forearms, core, and glutes

• Avoid over-gripping the Paddle

• Maintain good racket technique

• Vary your training load

• Improve ankle and hip mobility

Small prehab routines go a long way in preventing overuse injuries.

Struggling with a Paddle Injury? We Can Help.

If you’re experiencing pain or reduced performance during Paddle, early intervention is key. Our team provides rapid diagnosis, advanced treatment, and personalised rehabilitation to get you back on court safely and quickly.

📍 Clinics in Birmingham & Warwickshire

• Dynamic Regenerative Medicine – Edgbaston, Birmingham

• Dynamic Regenerative Medicine – Henley-in-Arden, Warwickshire

👉 Book an appointment or learn more:

clinic@dynamicregenmedicine.co.uk

www.dynamicregenmedicine.co.uk

01564 330773