Tendinopathy describes a complex multifaceted pathology of the tendon, characterized by
pain, decline in function and reduced exercise tolerance. The most common overuse …

Objective To evaluate extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) in treating Achilles
tendinopathy (AT), greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS), medial tibial stress syndrome …

The Orthopaedic Section of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) has an
ongoing effort to create evidence-based practice guidelines for orthopaedic physical therapy …

Background: Achilles tendinopathy (AT) is a common and difficult to treat musculoskeletal
disorder. Purpose: To examine whether 1 injection of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) would …

Objective To assess the effectiveness of heavy eccentric calf training (HECT) in comparison
with natural history, traditional physiotherapy, sham interventions or other exercise …

Abstract Background Mid-portion Achilles tendinopathy is prevalent within both the athletic
and non-athletic populations and loading protocols for Achilles tendinopathy are effective …

Chronic tendinopathies represent a major problem in the clinical practice of sports
orthopaedic surgeons, sports doctors and other health professionals involved in the …

Objectives Many athletes with patellar tendinopathy participate in sports with symptoms
during or after activities. Current treatments do not decrease pain in-season; eccentric …

Objectives To assess the efficacy of exercise, orthoses and splinting on function, pain and
quality of life (QoL) for the management of mid-portion and insertional Achilles tendinopathy …

Introduction Tendinopathies are common in elite and recreational athletes: traditionally
considered overuse injuries, they involve excessive tensile loading and subsequent …