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Achilles Tendinopathy: Eccentric training results in successful outcomes
August 2013
Achilles Tendinopathy: Eccentric training results in successful outcomes
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Eccentric Training Decreases Paratendon Capillary Blood Flow and Preserves Paratendon Oxygen Saturation in Chronic Achilles Tendinopathy
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2007 May;37(5):269-76Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
20 patients either with insertional or midportion chronic Achilles tendinopathy were randomized to receive eccentric training or conventional cryotherapy as treatment for this condition. The results indicated that following the 12 week treatment period, eccentric training resulted in reduced paratendinous blood flow, decreased pain, unchanged and preserved oxygen saturation, and reduced postcapill...
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