Ebonie Rio

Dr. Ebonie Rio, a researcher and sports physiotherapist, discusses manual therapy, heavy resistance training in tendinopathy, the importance of diagnosis, and listening to pain. She shares insights on personalized treatment plans for elite athletes and the Australian Ballet. The podcast explores the use of manual therapy and targeted exercise programs for athlete rehabilitation, focusing on specific loading strategies and respecting pain thresholds. Ebonie also shares her personal journey with high hamstring tendinopathy and highlights the significance of returning to fun activities post-injury.

Dr. Ebonie Rio, a leading expert in tendinopathies with a PhD in tendon pain from La Trobe University, breaks down the complexities of Achilles tendinopathy. She discusses the critical link between nutrition and tendon health, especially the roles of vitamin C and zinc. Assessment techniques like the bent knee calf raise are emphasized to enhance clinical practice. Ebonie also clarifies the nuances of managing Achilles pain, distinguishing between neural irritation and tendon-related issues, and highlights the potential for healing even in degenerative tendinopathy.