Pickleball-related eye injuries soaring among older players

Pickleball-related eye injuries are on the rise in the US, according to a study published in the scientific journal Nature. Study co-author Dr. Andrew Lee, a neuro-ophthalmologist, said inexperienced older players, no eye protection and complacency are key factors. #pickleball #eyeinjuries #usa #sports #News #Reuters #Newsfeed 👉 Subscribe: Keep up with the latest news from around the world: Follow Reuters on…

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Pickleball-related eye injuries soaring among older players

Pickleball-related eye injuries are on the rise in the US, according to a study published in the scientific journal Nature. Study co-author Dr. Andrew Lee, a neuro-ophthalmologist, said inexperienced older players, no eye protection and complacency are key factors. #pickleball #eyeinjuries #usa #spo

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Eye Injuries Rise Among Pickleball Players, Experts Urge Protective Eyewear

Pickleball has rapidly gained popularity in the United States, with nearly 20 million participants. However, this growth has been accompanied by a notable rise in eye injuries, including corneal abrasions, lacerations around the eye, and inflamed irises. A recent study in JAMA Ophthalmology estimate... [More info]

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