Chuck Dowell, PA-C discusses the increase in pickleball injuries seen with the increasing popularity of the sport. Achilles tendon ruptures and gastroc injuries or Achilles tendinopathy injuries are common. In this case study, a novice pickleball player was pushing off on his right leg, felt a pop within the right calf/Achilles tendon area, and was unable to continue to play. When do we need to do an ultrasound? When can Physical Therapy begin? How do we counsel the patient on recovery time?
