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#72 - Tendons: from exercise adaptation to injury and rehabilitation, with Professor Michael Kjær

Inside Exercise

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Muscle Turnover, Autophagy, and Mitophagy in Maintaining Muscle and Tendon Health

This chapter explores the importance of muscle turnover, autophagy, and mitophagy in maintaining the health of muscles and tendons. It discusses the correlation between increased blood flow and overuse injuries in elite athletes, highlighting that blood flow may not be a reliable marker for potential problems. The chapter also emphasizes the role of mechanical loading and exercise in the rehabilitation and treatment of chronic Achilles tendon problems.

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