Sports medicine expert addresses rise in pickleball injuries
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CBS 58 Newsroom
Posted: Jun 11, 2025 8:08 AM CDT

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MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- A local physical therapist joined us on Wednesday, June 11 to discuss injury trends tied to the growing popularity of pickleball.
Dr. Joe Fleming, a specialist with the Froedtert and Medical College of Wisconsin health network, talked about concerns linked to the increase in injuries among recreational pickleball players. Fleming, who practices at the Froedtert & MCW Sports Medicine Center in Milwaukee, addressed topics including common injury types, injury risk mitigation and prevention strategies.
He also outlined upcoming injury prevention classes offered through Froedtert and MCW.
More information about the Sports Medicine Center can be found by clicking here.
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