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Area of Science:

  • Musculoskeletal diseases
  • Sports medicine
  • Physical therapy

Background:

  • Tendinopathy is a prevalent musculoskeletal condition characterized by tendon pain and impaired function.
  • Its diagnosis is primarily clinical, with imaging modalities like ultrasonography (US) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) used for complex cases.
  • The multifactorial etiology involves intrinsic and extrinsic factors, with the role of inflammation still under investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of tendinopathy, including its diagnosis, etiology, and current treatment strategies.
  • To highlight the challenges in epidemiological studies due to varying global sports practices.
  • To discuss the efficacy and limitations of existing and emerging treatments for tendinopathy.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of tendinopathy diagnosis, etiology, and treatment.
  • Analysis of the role of clinical presentation and diagnostic imaging.
  • Evaluation of current therapeutic approaches, focusing on eccentric training and novel interventions.

Main Results:

  • Tendinopathy diagnosis is typically clinical, supported by US and MRI for persistent symptoms.
  • Eccentric training, when performed with specific parameters (slow speed, low intensity, gradual progression over 20-30 sessions), is the current gold standard treatment.
  • Numerous new treatments are emerging, but robust clinical evidence supporting their widespread use is limited.

Conclusions:

  • Tendinopathy management requires a comprehensive approach, acknowledging its complex etiology.
  • Eccentric training remains a cornerstone of effective tendinopathy treatment, demanding precise application.
  • Further research is crucial to validate the efficacy of novel therapeutic strategies for tendinopathy.