Recommend Racquets and Gear
Racquet Feature:
Flexibility / Low Stiffness (RA rating)
More flexible frames absorb more shock and reduce vibration transmitted to the arm
RA 55-65 (rather than ultra-stiff >70)
Damping systems
Built-in vibration dampers or special grommet designs reduce harmful frequencies
Cortex (Babolat), FreeFlex (Wilson), etc.
Moderate to slightly heavier weight (strung)
A bit more mass helps absorb impact—but not so heavy that you lose control
~300 g strung ± 10 g
Balanced or handle-biased weight distribution
Head-light or neutral balance keeps leverage on the hand, reducing torque at the elbow
≤ 32 cm (unsure)
Larger head size / sweet spot
A bigger sweet spot means fewer mishits (which can put extra strain on arm)
98–105 in² or slightly more
Comfortable string setup (softer strings, lower tension)
The string bed plays a big role in shock absorption
Multifilament or soft polyester; tension 22–24 kg (forsake very tight tensions)
TOP CHOICES
Wilson Clash 100 V3:A flagship arm-friendly model; often recommended for players managing elbow issues.
Babolat Drive Max 110: Oversize head + vibration filtering (Cortex system), aimed at comfort.
Wilson Soleste 105:More forgiving, larger sweet spot, good for lower-impact play.
Head Ti.S6 :A classic comfort frame, historically considered gentler on the arm.
Wilson US Open GS 105: Has Iso-Zorb grommets (damping elements) which help reduce harsh vibration.
Yonex VCORE 100: Modern frame with spin-friendly geometry, often softer on the arm.
GEAR for PreHab
TheraBand FlexBar – Ideal for eccentric wrist extension work (Tyler Twist)
Rawlings Resistance Band – Flat resistance band for isometrics, wrist strengthening, radial deviation.
Fit Simplify Resistance Tube Band Set Door Anchor – Tube bands plus handles & a door anchor for combined strength work.
Balance Form Hex Dumbbell – Small dumbbell (2–5 lb) to do wrist extension work if you don’t use the FlexBar.
Athletic Works High Density Foam Roller – Foam roller for soft tissue / recovery work.