Tennis & Racquet Sports Physical Therapy in New Berlin

Tennis & Racquet Sports Physical Therapy

Tennis, racquetball, pickleball, and squash combine explosive power, rapid direction changes, and repetitive overhead movements. These demands place unique stress on shoulders, elbows, knees, and the back, creating injury patterns that require specialized understanding. At Ares Physical Therapy in Elm Grove, we provide expert treatment for racquet sport athletes who want to stay active, competitive, and pain-free on the court.

Common Racquet Sport Injuries We Treat:

  • Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and golfer’s elbow
  • Rotator cuff injuries and shoulder impingement
  • Labral tears and shoulder instability
  • Wrist tendonitis and ligament injuries
  • Lower back pain from serving and rotation 

  • Knee pain and patellar tendonitis 

  • Achilles tendonitis 

  • Ankle sprains and chronic instability
  • Hip flexor and groin strains
  • Plantar fasciitis

Why Racquet Sport Athletes Need Specialized Care:

The explosive movements, overhead serves, and repetitive strokes of racquet sports create specific biomechanical demands. A shoulder injury in tennis isn’t the same as a shoulder injury from swimming. The rotational forces, deceleration patterns, and court surface impacts all require expert assessment. At Ares Physical Therapy, we understand these nuances and tailor treatment to the specific demands of your sport.

Our Racquet Sport Approach:

We treat players who value their time on the court and want efficient, effective rehabilitation. Our approach addresses not just the injured tissue, but the movement dysfunction, strength imbalance, or technical flaw that led to injury. We work to restore pain-free play while optimizing performance and preventing recurrence.

What Your Treatment May Include:

  • Sport-specific movement analysis including serve mechanics and stroke patterns
  • Advanced manual therapy to restore shoulder, elbow, and spine mobility
  • Progressive strengthening for rotator cuff stability, core control, and lower body power
  • Rotational power development to enhance performance and reduce injury risk
  • Dry needling and cupping for chronic muscle tension and overuse injuries
  • Court-based return-to-play protocols that mirror match demands 

  • Technical consultation on mechanics that may contribute to injury
  • Injury prevention strategies for long-term participation

Maintaining Your Game:

We understand that racquet sports are often a lifestyle, not just exercise. Whether you play regularly at your club, compete in leagues, or simply enjoy matches with friends, staying on the court matters. Our treatment plans respect your schedule and goals, working efficiently to restore function and keep you playing.

Performance Enhancement:

Many players benefit from our services even without injury. We provide movement assessments, power development programs, and mobility work to improve serve speed, court coverage, and endurance while reducing injury risk.

For the Discerning Athlete:

Racquet sport players often appreciate attention to detail, personalized service, and expert guidance. At Ares Physical Therapy, you receive one-on-one care in a private, focused environment. No crowded clinics. No assembly-line treatment. Just individualized attention from a professional who understands your sport and respects your time.

Expert Clinical Care:

All treatment is performed by our board-certified Doctor of Physical Therapy, who brings specialized experience working with racquet sport athletes. You receive the highest level of clinical expertise combined with practical, results-focused rehabilitation. Whether you’re managing tennis elbow that’s affecting your serve, recovering from shoulder  surgery, or addressing knee pain that’s limiting your court time, Ares Physical Therapy provides  the expert care you need to return confidently to the game you love. 

Serving Elm Grove, Brookfield, New Berlin, Waukesha, and the greater Milwaukee area.

Ready to Start Your Journey

Contact us today to schedule your initial consultation and take the first step towards a pain-free life.