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Upper extremity injuries in adolescent tennis players
Clinics in Sports Medicine
|April 1, 1988
Summary
Adolescent tennis players frequently suffer injuries, especially to the lower extremities. However, upper extremity injuries, though less common, are often more severe and disruptive to play.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Pediatric Orthopedics
- Tennis Biomechanics
Background:
- Adolescent tennis players experience a high incidence of playing-related injuries.
- Lower extremity injuries are most common, but upper extremity injuries present unique challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review common and significant injuries encountered by adolescent tennis players.
- To highlight the nature and impact of upper extremity injuries in this population.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of adolescent tennis injuries.
- Discussion of specific upper extremity conditions.
Main Results:
- Most adolescent tennis players sustain injuries that interrupt play.
- Lower extremity injuries are predominant.
- Upper extremity injuries, while less frequent, are often more problematic.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the spectrum of injuries in adolescent tennis is crucial for prevention and management.
- Specific attention should be paid to upper extremity injuries due to their potential severity.