Tennis and health
Tennis is a great way to get fit in the summer months and often becomes particularly popular during and after Wimbledon. The good news is that you don't have to be a budding Tim Henman to gain positive health benefits from playing regularly. From improving your fitness levels to keeping your mind in trim this section explores how tennis can improve your well-being.
But tennis is also a high-impact sport and can lead to problems for those who are not prepared. So we also look at how to avoid tennis injuries and list the most likely problems you might encounter
Tennis and health
From helping to prevent osteoporosis to making you happy, this article explores how tennis can improve your health. And, should you be inspired to pick up a racket, this article also looks at how what you will need to start playing. Click here.
How to avoid tennis injuries
Tennis involves a lot of stop-and-start action that puts strain on joints and tendons. This article looks at how to prepare your body to minimise any risks of injury. Click here.
Tennis elbow
Tennis elbow most commonly occurs between the ages of 35-55 years, especially after a period of activity. To read about it's signs and treatments, click here.
Rotator cuff injury
The rotator cuff muscles control rotation in the shoulder. They can become damaged by repetitive strain and violent injury. To read about the signs and treatments, click here.
Biceps tendon injury
Inflammation of the biceps tendon is a common complaint and can be treated using rest and anti-inflammatory medication. To read more, please click here.
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