Now, you can provide the best treatment for your tennis playing patients.  This course uses the latest sports medicine research in conjunction with recommendations from a tennis professional.  Tennis-related research findings are clearly presented to facilitate evaluation and treatment.  This course describes common tennis-related injuries with appropriate treatment strategies.  In addition, a tennis professional explains how technical errors can cause injury and recommends form modifications as well as training tips.  This course is unique in its presentation of evidence-based treatment recommendations and practical tips from a tennis professional.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
· Describe the mechanics of the tennis swings.
· Identify potential tennis-related stress in the cervical, shoulder, forearm,
  lumbar, sacroiliac, hip, knee and foot/ankle regions.
· Describe common tennis-related injuries and treatment options.
· Explain how technical errors can contribute to tennis injuries.
· List some tennis-specific exercises for strengthening, stabilization and
  agility.
· Note the effects of court types on the body.
· Describe the effects of racquet size, string type and tension on the body.