Health & Safety

We hope everyone stays safe and health while playing the great game of pickleball. To this end we have an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) for cardiac emergencies that we hope to have located close to the courts at the Information Kiosk. Currently the AED is housed in the Outdoor Pickleball washroom at the back corner of the LHCC building. The access code to this washroom currently housing the AED is the same as the gates into the courts. We also have a first aid kit courtside and have a number of Members that have taken first aid training. Please take some time and visit the heartandstroke.ca website to watch videos of performing CPR and using an AED. Knowledge can save lives.

There are some common injuries related to pickleball and they are usually to joints such as the ankles, wrists, elbows, and shoulders. Muscle strains can also occur as pickleball is a fast-paced game that involves quick pivots and lunges. It is extremely important to do a cardiovascular warmup and then stretch your muscles and joints before you play. Get into your own warm-up routine and your body will thank you for it and you will be properly prepared for action. There is a great warm-up video at ZOOMERSHEALTH.CA.

Be aware of your own fitness level and know your limitations, especially if you are new to pickleball.  Keep hydrated and wear sun protection. Eye protection is becoming more popular as eye injuries are become more frequent because more people are play pickleball at increasingly high skill levels and ball speeds. Good court shoes that provide lateral stability increase safety and decrease injury related to trips and falls.

LHPC has a committee for health and safety and are tracking and following-up on all reported injuries sustained while playing pickleball at LHPC. Should you or anyone you are playing with sustain an injury while playing, please take the time to complete an Incident Report (in the box at the Information Kiosk) and forward it to our Health and Safety Officer.

Please review the FAQ section for more information about playing pickleball safely.