作者: Marsha Rutland , Dennis O'Connell , Jean-Michel Brismée , Phil Sizer , Gail Apte
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关键词: Medicine 、 Differential diagnosis 、 Patellar tendinopathy 、 Physical therapy 、 Rehabilitation 、 Musculoskeletal disorder 、 Tendinopathy 、 Athletes 、 Etiology 、 Physical medicine and rehabilitation 、 Incidence (epidemiology)
摘要: Chronic tendinopathy is a common musculoskeletal disorder that frequently affects athletes who train and compete at all levels. This Clinical Commentary presents review of the etiology, incidence, contributory factors related specifically to patellar tendinopathy. Examination differential diagnosis considerations are provided, an evidence-based, staged rehabilitation program described.