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Achilles Tendinopathy
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Revision Authors: Ian Leahy, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, FAAOMPT; Jameson R. Tade, MS, RD, CSSD, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist; Joan Vicente, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy; Ryan Wooley, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist; Thomas Cappaert, PhD, ATC, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Original Author (2013): Eric T. Greenberg, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Sports Physical Therapy Clinical Specialist
Reviewed: Monday, March 4, 2024
Tendinopathies are typically characterized by excessive loading and overuse, resulting in tendon breakdown and pain. (1,2) Pain is experienced either in the midportion of the tendon or at the tendon's bony insertion and is a common cause of disability. (3) Although often associated with active individuals (particularly runners and middle-aged athletes), Achilles tendinopathy also affects individuals with a sedentary lifestyle. (4-7)
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Date: March 4, 2024
Contact: practice@apta.org
Content Type: Clinical Summary
Revision Authors: Ian Leahy, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, FAAOMPT; Jameson R. Tade, MS, RD, CSSD, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist; Joan Vicente, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy; Ryan Wooley, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist; Thomas Cappaert, PhD, ATC, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Original Author (2013): Eric T. Greenberg, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Sports Physical Therapy Clinical Specialist