Specialized Pickleball Sports Medicine

The Pickleball Doctor – Dr. Gregory Rubin, DO

Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in Naples — and it comes with its own set of injuries.

Dr. Rubin is a board-certified sports medicine physician who evaluates and treats pickleball-related injuries using advanced musculoskeletal diagnostics and targeted treatment plans designed to get you back on the court safely.

Whether you’re dealing with elbow pain after long rallies or an Achilles flare after quick kitchen movements, our goal is simple: accurate diagnosis, efficient treatment, and a safe return to play.

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Naples, Florida
239-325-1135

Why Pickleball Players See Dr. Rubin

✔ Board-Certified Sports Medicine Physician
✔ Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Expertise
✔ Ultrasound-Guided Injections
✔ Non-Operative Orthopedic Care

Many pickleball injuries do not require surgery. A focused evaluation and evidence-based treatment plan can often resolve pain and restore function quickly.

Common Pickleball Injuries

Pickleball places unique demands on the body — especially the elbow, shoulder, Achilles tendon, and knees due to rapid lateral movement and repetitive paddle use.

Pickleball Elbow

Repetitive dinking, volleys, and drives can cause irritation of the tendons around the elbow, commonly referred to as lateral or medial epicondylitis.

Shoulder Injuries

Overhead serves and smashes may contribute to rotator cuff tendinopathy, impingement, or labral irritation.

Achilles & Ankle Pain

Quick directional changes and short sprints near the kitchen line can strain the Achilles tendon or ankle ligaments.

Knee Pain

Frequent stopping, pivoting, and bending can contribute to patellar tendinitis, meniscus irritation, or IT band pain.

Wrist & Hand Injuries

Grip stress and paddle impact can lead to wrist sprains, TFCC irritation, or hand strain.

Lower Back Pain

The forward athletic stance and rotational strokes used in pickleball can sometimes lead to lumbar muscle strain or disc irritation.

A Sports Medicine Doctor Who Understands the Game

Dr. Rubin specializes in non-operative orthopedic care and sports medicine.

He treats active adults and athletes throughout Southwest Florida and understands the specific physical demands of sports like pickleball.

Each evaluation focuses on:

• Identifying the exact source of pain
• Determining whether imaging is necessary
• Creating a targeted treatment plan
• Guiding a safe return to activity

Board Certified · Sports Medicine · Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

Treatment Options

Expert Diagnosis

Detailed clinical evaluation with musculoskeletal ultrasound to assess tendons, ligaments, and joints in real time.

Ultrasound-Guided Injections

Precise injections including corticosteroid or regenerative options performed under ultrasound guidance.

Return-to-Sport Programs

Structured activity progression plans designed around the movement patterns used in pickleball.

Ready to Get Back on the Court?

If pickleball pain is keeping you off the court, an early evaluation can often help prevent a longer recovery.

Call 239-325-1135