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Tendinopathy in athletes.

Mark Reinking¹

¹Saint Louis University, Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training, Doisy College of Health Sciences, 3437 Caroline Mall, Saint Louis, MO 63104, USA. reinking@slu.edu

Physical Therapy in Sport : Official Journal of the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Sports Medicine

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Overuse tendon pain significantly impacts athletes, potentially ending careers. This review covers tendon pain biology, risk factors, and pathology to guide physical therapists in athlete examination and treatment.

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Area of Science:

Sports Medicine
Orthopedics
Physiotherapy

Background:

Overuse tendon injuries are prevalent in sports.
These injuries can severely impact athletic performance and career longevity.
Understanding the biological basis of tendon pain is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the biology of tendon pain in athletes.
To provide evidence-based guidance for physical therapists.
To inform clinical decision-making for examination and intervention strategies.

Main Methods:

Review of tendon anatomy and histopathology.
Analysis of risk factors associated with tendon pain.
Examination of the semantics and pathogenesis of tendon pathology.

Main Results:

Detailed consideration of the biological mechanisms underlying tendon pain.
Identification of key risk factors contributing to overuse tendon injuries.
Synthesis of evidence to support clinical practice.

Conclusions:

Physical therapists can utilize this information to improve athlete assessment.
Evidence-based intervention strategies can be developed for tendon pain.
A comprehensive understanding of tendon pain biology aids in athlete rehabilitation and career preservation.