Dr. Joshua John-Ram SchacterDr. Joshua Schacter, DO FAAOS, is America’s Holistic Orthopedic Surgeon, with nearly two decades of surgical expertise.

Pickleball Shoulder Pain: FIX It With Our Method!

27 Apr 2026 · 0 min

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In this brief presentation, Dr. Joshua John‑Ram Schacter describes the typical presentation of shoulder pain in frequent pickleball players—ache triggered by reaching or swinging due to quick, repetitive motions. He outlines Pinnacle’s treatment protocol: first, reduce inflammation with laser therapy; if needed, add platelet‑rich plasma (PRP) or other regenerative techniques; finally, improve shoulder stability and strength using Emsculpt and targeted exercise programs. He emphasizes that these injuries are primarily stability problems rather than simple overuse.

The pickleball player playing multiple times a week, quick movements and repetitive swings. Then the shoulder starts to ache, especially when reaching or swinging. Here's how we treat that at Pinnacle. We would calm the inflammation using laser therapy and then use PRP or regenerative techniques if needed. Then we would strengthen and stabilize the shoulder using Emsculpt and targeted exercises because these injuries are usually stability issues, not just overuse.