Tendinopathies
Understanding tendon structure
Tendons are made primarily of collagen fibres, designed to transmit the force generated by muscles to bones. They are incredibly strong — capable of withstanding loads up to 8–10 times your body weight during high-impact movements such as sprinting or jumping.
However, tendons have a limited blood supply, which means they heal more slowly than muscles. Studies estimate that up to 30% of active adults and up to 50% of athletes experience a form of tendinopathy during their lifetime.
Common tendinopathies we treat
- Hip: gluteus medius and proximal hamstring tendinopathy
- Groin: hip flexor and proximal adductor tendinopathy
- Elbow: tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) and golfer's elbow (medial epicondylitis)
- Shoulder: rotator cuff tendinopathy
- Foot: plantar fasciitis, FHL and EHL tendinopathy
- Lower leg: shin splints, peroneal tendonitis
- Knee: iliotibial band (ITB) syndrome, patellar or quadriceps tendinopathy
- Wrist: De Quervain's tenosynovitis or repetitive strain injuries (RSIs)
Recovery and treatment
Most tendinopathies are not serious, but if left untreated, they can persist for 6 to 24 months and significantly affect daily function and performance.
At our clinic, we focus on early intervention, load management, and movement correction to ensure faster recovery. With our evidence-based approach, most patients recover within 2 to 6 months, sometimes even faster when the condition is addressed in its early stages. Don't let tendon pain hold you back.
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