Pickleball Injuries? Here’s How Chiropractic and Graston Can Help

Pickleball has exploded in popularity, and I totally get why—it's fun, social, and a great way to stay active. But with all that quick movement, pivoting, and swinging, injuries can sneak up on even the most experienced players.

Whether you're dealing with nagging pain or trying to avoid injury altogether, I want you to know there’s a way to stay in the game—without relying on pain meds or long periods of rest. At Elevated Chiropractic Solutions, I use a combination of chiropractic adjustments and the Graston Technique to help pickleball players recover faster and move better.

Common Pickleball Injuries I See

• Shoulder pain from repetitive overhead motions

• Tennis elbow (even though it’s pickleball!)

• Wrist and forearm strain

• Lower back pain from twisting and bending

• Knee and ankle sprains from sudden stops and starts

How Chiropractic Care Helps

Chiropractic care focuses on restoring proper joint motion, alignment, and nervous system function. Here’s how it can help with pickleball injuries:

• Improves joint mobility to reduce stiffness and increase range of motion

• Reduces inflammation and nerve irritation

• Relieves muscle tension and imbalances that develop from repetitive movement

• Supports proper biomechanics, which can prevent future injuries and improve performance

Even if you’re not injured, regular chiropractic care can keep your joints and muscles working in sync so you can play your best.

Where Graston Technique Comes In

Graston is one of my favorite tools for helping patients recover from soft tissue injuries—especially ones caused by overuse.

It’s a form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (I know, that’s a mouthful) that uses stainless steel tools to gently break up scar tissue, fascial restrictions, and tight muscle knots.

For pickleball players, that means:

• Faster recovery from strains and overuse injuries

• Improved flexibility in tight areas like forearms, calves, and shoulders

• Less pain and stiffness after a long game or tournament

• Better muscle performance thanks to smoother, more functional tissue

The best part? Graston treatments are quick, effective, and affordable—and they pair beautifully with chiropractic care.

Let’s Get You Back on the Court

If you’ve been nursing a sore elbow or a stiff back after playing pickleball, don’t wait for it to get worse. I’d love to help you get out of pain and back to playing strong.

At Elevated Chiropractic Solutions, you’ll get one-on-one care that’s tailored to your needs—no rushed visits, no cookie-cutter treatments. Just real results, with a combination of chiropractic, Graston, and personalized rehab exercises to support your recovery.

Ready to feel better and play better? Let’s talk and let’s keep you moving pain-free.