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Injuries in Professional Roundnet (Spikeball) Athletes
Ryan W Paul1, Ryan Park2, Francis J Sirch3
1Orthopedic SurgeryMonmouth Medical CenterLong BranchNew JerseyUnited States.
Sports Medicine International Open
|August 12, 2026
Summary
Professional roundnet athletes frequently sustain upper extremity injuries, particularly in the elbow and shoulder. Most injuries do not require surgery, but recovery times vary by body region.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Orthopedics
- Athletic Training
Background:
- Roundnet is a rapidly growing sport with increasing professional participation.
- Understanding injury patterns is crucial for athlete health and performance in professional roundnet.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the training workload and injury history of professional roundnet athletes.
- To identify the most common injury locations and types in this population.
Main Methods:
- An anonymous survey was distributed to 56 professional roundnet athletes from the 2023 season.
- Data collected included injury history, training duration, and time to return to sport.
- 49 athletes (88% participation rate) completed the survey.
Main Results:
- Athletes compete for a mean of 4 years and train 9.5 months annually.
- 82 injuries were reported: 52% upper extremity, 29% lower extremity, 18% axial.
- No injuries required surgical intervention; average return to sport times were 1.8 (upper), 2.8 (lower), and 2.2 (axial) months.
Conclusions:
- The upper extremity is the most common site of injury in professional roundnet players.
- Elbow and ankle injuries are frequent acute issues, while shoulder and lower back injuries are common chronic concerns.
