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Author Spotlight: Exploring the Complexities of Achilles Tendon Injuries — Research and Future Directions
Published on: October 27, 2023
Imaging of Tendinopathies in Advancing Age
Cristy French1, Kenneth Lee2, Jon Jacobson3
1Department of Radiology, Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, 500 University Drive HG300T, Hershey, PA 17033, USA. Electronic address: https://twitter.com/cristy_french.
Abstract:
Aging changes tendon biology, healing capacity, and biomechanical properties and results in increased susceptibility to injuries. With the aging population, the socio-economic burden from tendinopathies is increasing. This article discusses the structure of tendons and the physiologic changes that occur with aging. We then discuss some of the most prevalent tendinopathies affecting the elderly population. Finally, we provide an overview of current knowledge on the nonsurgical management of tendinopathies and advanced imaging techniques to improve the aging and diseased tendon characterization.
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