[Physio Discussed] Are we managing Achilles Tendinopathy the right way? with Dr Ruth Chimenti and Dr Myles Murphy

In this episode, we have a discussion with Myles Murphy and Ruth Chimenti to discuss the topic of Achilles Tendinopathy. We explore:

• Subjective and objective assessment of Achilles tendinopathy
• Traditional assessment tests and differential diagnosis
• Boom-bust cycle in tendinopathy
• Difference in management for acute vs chronic tendinopathy
• Current evidence for treatment of Achilles Tendinopathy
• Gold standard for loading of tendons

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A/Prof Myles Murphy is a Sport and Exercise Physiotherapist consulting at SportsMed Subiaco in Perth, Western Australia, as well as the Director of the Centre for Injury Prevention and Pain at the University of Notre Dame Australia. A/Prof Murphy completed his PhD in Achilles tendinopathy and his current research focuses on improving the prevention and management of this chronic musculoskeletal condition.

Dr. Ruth Chimenti, PT, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Science at the University of Iowa. She completed her PhD in lower extremity biomechanics and then completed postdocs focusing on ultrasound imaging and pain science. Her current research focus on the evaluation and treatment of Achilles tendinopathy and plantar heel pain. 

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