

#117 King of Tendons, Jake Tuura
9 snips Mar 12, 2025
Jake Tuura, a tendon research expert and rehabilitation strategist, shares his extensive knowledge of tendon health. He discusses the role of isometrics in recovery and challenges misconceptions surrounding them. The conversation dives into metabolic health's impact on tendon pain and innovative rehabilitation strategies. Jake emphasizes the need for personalized approaches, functional assessments, and the importance of assertiveness in rehab. Their insights provide a comprehensive guide for those navigating tendon injuries and recovery.
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Tendon God Journey
- Jake Tuura, despite only studying tendons for five years, impresses tendon researchers with his insightful questions.
- He notes that his research mostly justifies long-standing strength and conditioning practices.
Rehab as an Escape Room
- David Grey suggests that all rehab, regardless of the injury, is more similar than different.
- It involves navigating constraints and progressively removing them like an escape room.
Isometrics and Constraints
- Isometrics are not inherently superior for tendon adaptation but offer more control over variables.
- This allows for easier measurement and progression, especially in early rehab stages.