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Patellar Tendinopathy with Dan Pope - Episode 44

The Sports Physical Therapy Podcast

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Understanding Risk Factors for Patellar Tendinopathy

This chapter explores the various risk factors associated with patellar tendinopathy, including body weight, workload, and specific sports demands. The correlation between body fat and the risk of developing this condition is highlighted, and the concept of tenonopathy versus tenonitis is discussed. The chapter also addresses how professional athletes who are asymptomatic often have tenonopathy present on MRI scans.

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