10/12/2026
Pickleball is booming among older adults, and so are the injuries. Emergency-department data shows most pickleball injuries affect people ages 60 to 79, and falls are the leading cause.
That doesn't mean pickleball is unusually dangerous. It means preparation matters: strength and balance training, a proper warm-up, supportive footwear, and gradually building up play time. The CDC recommends older adults include both muscle-strengthening and balance activities in their routine.
The better question isn't "is pickleball safe?" but "am I physically prepared for the game?"
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Learn the answer to is pickleball is safe for seniors in our article, as well as how strength, balance, proper footwear, and smart play can reduce risk.