Switching from penhold to shakehand

Strokes and Technique

Nick W
Nick W Asked 8 years ago

Hi Alois and Jeff,

I have been a penhold player for 30 years now. However, lately I have been experiencing some pain in my hand. The doctor is saying that I have tendonitis. I would like to switch from penhold to shakehand.

I know that I would need to change blades. However, I don't want to invest in custom blade if I want to learn the proper movements and techniques for shakehand.

What would your recommendation be for the shakehand racket?

Would a preassembled racket such as the Butterfly 401 shakehand racket good for me to start over?

Thanks and regards,

Nick

PS. Your Forehand flick tip for pips-out rubber worked for me like a charm. I was be able to win quite a few points off the short backspin serves. Unfortunately, that hand movement causes pain on my hand.


Alois Rosario
Alois Rosario Answered 8 years ago

Hi Nick,

Yes, something basic would be good just to get the feel for it.

Hope this helps with your pain as well.


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