New Study Identifies Increased Fracture Risk for Older Pickleball Players
The Sports and Fitness Industry Association identified an 11.5% average annual growth rate of pickleball players over the past five years, with approximately 1.4 million "core" players (those who play more than eight times per year) in 2020.
- The Sports and Fitness Industry Association identified an 11.5% average annual growth rate of pickleball players over the past five years, with approximately 1.4 million "core" players (those who play more than eight times per year) in 2020.
- A highlight of findings from the study include:
Throughout the study, there was a 90-fold increase in fractures, with a noticeable surge from 2020 onward where fractures doubled. - Despite the female predominance in fractures, men were 2.3 times more likely to be admitted for a fracture.
- "It's important to understand your risk profile of injury and to speak with your physician to see how you can lower your risk.