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Simona Halep / Back Injury (Herniated Disc)

Simona Halep / Back Injury (Herniated Disc)

Back injuries are very common among tennis players. Constant rotation of the trunk and spine, as well as stop-start motions, put a lot of stress on the back muscles. Hyperextension of the lower back during serving can also cause cumulative damage to the vertebrae,...
Maria Sharapova / Twisted Ankle

Maria Sharapova / Twisted Ankle

Ankle sprains can happen during the simplest of activities, so it is no surprise that they are one of the most frequent injuries among athletes, especially tennis players. Usually caused by the foot striking the ground unevenly, the sprain comes from the ‘rolling’ of...
Roger Federer / Knee Cartilage Tear

Roger Federer / Knee Cartilage Tear

Due to the stress placed on the joint by short sprints, sudden stops, twists and turns, the knee is a common point of injury for tennis players. The cartilage known as the meniscus acts as a shock absorber between the thigh and shin bones and is therefore a ‘hotspot’...