Purpose: While injuries among elite tennis athletes are extensively documented, a notable research gap exists regarding tennis
injuries among club-level players. This study examines tennis injuries in German league players, with a particular emphasis on the
impact of racquet properties and court surfaces, distinguishing between chronic and acute injuries.
Patients and Methods: Retrospectively analyzing data from 600 tennis players over a 1.5-year period, a standardized questionnaire
covered anthropometrics, injury characteristics, equipment usage, and court surface conditions.
Results: The study identified 1012 tennis-related injuries, averaging 1.7 per player. Acute injuries predominantly affected the lower
extremity (56%), with ankle injuries being the most prevalent, and ligaments were the most commonly affected structures (36.4%).
Chronic complaints (reported by 364 athletes) focused on the upper extremity (63.2%), primarily tendon injuries (56.8%). Racket
properties exhibited no significant impact on chronic upper extremity injuries.
Conclusion: This study highlights a high incidence of acute lower extremity injuries, especially ankle ligament injuries, among German
league tennis players. It offers crucial insights for devising targeted injury prevention strategies applicable to amateur, semi-professional,
and professional tennis players, despite finding no significant link between racquet material and chronic upper extremity injuries.