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Achilles and Patellar Tendons with Jarrod Antflick and Jon Houghton



Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sports Medicine and Tendinopathy
02:52 Understanding Tendinopathy: Causes and Challenges
05:28 Differentiating Tendon Issues: The Role of Ultrasound
08:29 Metabolic Influences on Tendon Health
11:41 Treatment Approaches: Loading vs. Anti-Inflammatories
14:36 The Role of Surgery in Tendon Management
17:24 Innovative Techniques in Tendon Surgery
20:10 The Importance of Accurate Diagnosis
23:20 Patient Management: From Diagnosis to Treatment
26:06 The Impact of Tendinopathy on Athletic Performance
29:10 Exploring Controversial Treatments: PRP and Stem Cells
32:07 The Future of Tendon Rehabilitation
34:56 Conclusion: Evolving Practices in Tendon Care

 

Takeaways

Tendinopathy is a significant challenge in sports medicine.
Understanding the metabolic influences on tendon health is crucial.
Ultrasound plays a vital role in diagnosing tendon issues.
Not all tendons respond to treatment in the same way.
Loading strategies are essential for effective tendon rehabilitation.
Surgery may be necessary for chronic tendon issues that do not respond to conservative treatment.
Innovative techniques in tendon surgery can lead to quicker recovery times.
Accurate diagnosis is key to successful treatment outcomes.
Tendinopathy can significantly impact athletic performance and quality of life.
Ongoing research and collaboration are needed to advance tendon care practices.

 

Jon's Bio: https://www.fortiusclinic.com/specialists/dr-jon-houghton

Jarrod's Bio: https://www.fortiusclinic.com/specialists/mr-jarrod-antflick

Jon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joffsyboy_2.0/

Jarrod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jla_888/

Notes: https://jackedathlete.com/podcast-152-achilles-and-patellar-tendons-with-jarrod-antflick-and-jon-houghton/

 


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