Rodrigo Scattone

Rodrigo Scattone, a sports physical therapist and researcher specializing in patellar tendinopathy, shares his insights on tendon health. He emphasizes the critical link between ankle dorsiflexion and knee stress, along with the importance of calf strengthening in rehabilitation. Scattone discusses various loading strategies, including the use of electrical stimulation and the impact of compression versus tension on quadriceps and patellar tendons. He also addresses youth load management and the significance of a well-rounded kinetic chain approach in sports rehabilitation.