Análise da prevalência de lesões musculoesqueléticas em praticantes de padel :  Analysis of the prevalence of musculoskeletal injuries in padle tennis practitioners

Marco Aurélio Canaparro Teixeira; Patrícia Becker Engers; Tatiane Motta da Costa e Silva; Simone Lara; Saulo Menna Barreto Dias; Susane Graup

doi:10.17765/2176-9206.2025v18e13221

Authors

Marco Aurélio Canaparro Teixeira Federal University of Pampa https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3390-0502
Patrícia Becker Engers Federal University of Pampa https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1520-0713
Tatiane Motta da Costa e Silva Federal University of Pampa https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7232-2357
Simone Lara Federal University of Pampa https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0745-4964
Saulo Menna Barreto Dias Federal University of Pampa https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6184-5790
Susane Graup Federal University of Pampa https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3389-8975

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17765/2176-9206.2025v18e13221

Keywords:

Musculoskeletal injury, Prevalence, Racquet Sports

Abstract

The objective of this study was to analyze the prevalence of musculoskeletal injuries and associated factors in padel tennis practitioners from Uruguaiana/RS (Brazil). The study included 58 padel tennis players, all of whom answered an online questionnaire consisting of closed and open questions, aiming to collect data related to the research topic. The results revealed an injury rate of 67.2% among participants, with the knee (22.9%), shoulder (17.1%) and ankle (8.6%) being the most affected anatomical sites. Among the reported diagnoses, 42.9% were inflammatory processes, and 33.3% involved tendon and/or ligament ruptures. The shots or playing positions that caused the most discomfort were the displacements (39.6%) and the smash (37.5%). Os resultados reforçam a ideia de que o padel é um esporte com alta taxa de lesão, bem como, as lesões possuem influência durante a prática do esporte. The results reinforce the idea that padel is a sport with a high injury rate and that injuries influence its practice.

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Author Biographies

Marco Aurélio Canaparro Teixeira, Federal University of Pampa

Holds a degree in Physical Education from the Federal University of Pampa, Uruguaiana Campus.

Patrícia Becker Engers, Federal University of Pampa

Doctorate in Science Education from the Federal University of Pampa (Unipampa). Master's degree in Physical Education from the Federal University of Pelotas. Specialist in Physical Activity and Health, Unipampa. Bachelor's degree in Physical Education from Unipampa. Member of the Research Groups: Study and Research Group in Health Promotion and Education (GEPPES) and Study and Research Group on Teaching in Motion (GEPEM). Currently works as a substitute professor at the Federal University of Pampa, teaching in the Physical Education Bachelor's Degree program.

Tatiane Motta da Costa e Silva, Federal University of Pampa

Doctor and Master in Science Education from the Federal University of Pampa (Unipampa). Specialist in Collective Mental Health, Unipampa. Specialist in African, Afro-Brazilian and Indigenous History and Culture, Unipampa. Bachelor's degree in Physical Education from Unipampa. Researcher at the Tuna - Gender, Education and Difference Study and Research Group, the Health Promotion and Education Study and Research Group (GEPPES), and the Afro-Brazilian and Indigenous Studies Center (NEABI/Uruguaiana), all linked to Unipampa. Currently works as a substitute professor at the Federal University of Pampa, teaching in the Physical Education and Natural Sciences undergraduate programs. Her research interests include inclusive education from the perspective of school inclusion and initial and continuing teacher training.

Simone Lara, Federal University of Pampa

She holds a PhD in Science Education: Chemistry of Life and Health, a Master's degree in Biological Sciences: Human Physiology, and a Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy. She is a professor in the Physiotherapy course at the Federal University of Pampa, Uruguaiana campus, and in the Graduate Program in Science Education: Chemistry of Life and Health at the same university. She is a Specialist Physiotherapist in Sports Physiotherapy certified by the National Society of Sports Physiotherapy and Physical Activity/Federal Council of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy (SONAFE/COFFITO). She coordinates the Academic League of Sports Physiotherapy (LAFESP-UNIPAMPA), working on projects related to injury prevention in sports, as well as Education and Health in the school context.

Saulo Menna Barreto Dias, Federal University of Pampa

He holds a degree in Physical Education from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul. He has a specialization in Physical Activity for Special Groups from Anhanguera-Uniderp. He has a master's degree in Physical Education from the Federal University of Santa Maria. He currently works as a sports coach at the Federal University of Pampa.

Susane Graup, Federal University of Pampa

PhD in Production Engineering with a specialization in Ergonomics from the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC). Master's degree in Physical Education with a specialization in Kinanthropometry and Human Performance from UFSC. Specialist in Physical Activity, Motor Performance and Health from the Federal University of Santa Maria (UFSM). Bachelor's degree in Physical Education - Full Licentiate from UFSM. Currently a professor in the Physical Education course, the Multiprofessional Health Residency program at the Federal University of Pampa, and the Postgraduate Program in Science Education: Chemistry of Life and Health. Has experience in the field of Physical Education, with an emphasis on Physical Activity and Health, Motor Development, Education and Health, and Adapted Physical Education.

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