In this episode of the Sterling Recovery Podcast, Dr. Bill Hayes sits down with occupational therapist Alexa Peralta, a specialist in upper extremity recovery and a key player in helping athletes overcome the increasingly common and pesky "tennis ball elbow" (formerly just tennis elbow—thanks, pickleball boom!).
Alexa shares her clinical insights on treating elbow overuse injuries, walking us through why dry needling and neuromuscular stimulation are total game-changers. She also demonstrates stretches and warm-ups that every weekend warrior should be doing before they hit the court—tennis, pickleball, or otherwise.
And it gets personal. Dr. Hayes isn't just the host—he's (almost) a patient. His wife recently battled pickleball elbow and found her way back to the court with the help of Alexa and the OT team at Sterling Ridge Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine (SROSM). Hear what worked, what didn’t, and how the right therapy makes all the difference.
Whether you're a casual player or training for your next tournament, this episode is a must-listen for protecting your swing and recovering smarter.
