Blog · Deborah Bateson · 9 December 2024
Rehabilitation
Tendinopathy: why we load it
Deborah Bateson on the uncomfortable truth — irritable tendons often need work, not only rest and gadgets.
Symptoms and what they can mean
A tendon that is stiff in the morning, eases, then aches after. Stretching it aggressively is a common way to stay stuck.
What we can do in clinic
Heavy-slow resistance, then energy storage if you jump or run. Shockwave can help selected tendons as an adjunct. It does not replace the loading.
Red flags and when to see your GP
A rupture, infection, or inflammatory arthritis picture needs medicine, not a loading sheet.
This article is general information for people considering care at Health at Hart in Hartley Wintney. It is not a diagnosis, a prescription, or a promise of outcome. If you have sudden, severe or unexplained symptoms — including chest pain, unexplained weight loss, night pain, bowel or bladder changes, or a new neurological problem — seek urgent medical advice (NHS 111 or 999). UK osteopaths are regulated by the General Osteopathic Council. Counsellors named here are BACP-registered where stated. Always check with your GP or insurer if you are unsure whether a treatment is appropriate for you.
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