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Manual Therapy and Exercise for Athlete Rehabilitation
The chapter explores the use of manual therapy alongside exercise in the rehabilitation of athletes, focusing on a gymnast with Achilles tendon rupture and scarring. It emphasizes the importance of combining manual therapy with targeted exercise programs tailored to individual needs for effective recovery outcomes. The conversation delves into specific loading strategies, challenges in treating tendinopathy, and the importance of respecting pain thresholds in guiding treatment decisions.