But you probably will have to deal with smaller, annoying injuries that are part of an athlete's life. Icing throughout the day has been known to take away even a persistent case of tennis elbow. Although they seem minor, blisters can really be a threat to your game. They are caused by excessive friction. If you are not used to holding the racquet in your hand, your fingers and palms may develop sore spots from all the rubbing.
New shoes can cause friction as well.
If your seeing red, coat the friction points with powder, petroleum jelly or products like NewSkin, which provides a layer between you and the blister. Getting your shot power from your body weight and not your arms will keep you free of tendonitis of the elbow. Simple adjustments, such as turning sideways when preparing for a shot and stepping into the ball with your front foot, will take the heat off your arms. Your elbow can't handle the shock without your body behind it for support. If you are experiencing the little shooting pain, you may want to restring your racquet at a looser tension to cut down on vibration.