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Physiotherapy in the Elite Human Athlete
J. Antflick
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The human Achilles tendon and the superficial digital flexor (SDF) tendon in equine athletes perform a similar role as a structure for storage and release of elastic energy. A comparison between these two structures can be made as they are functionally equivalent in improving high speed locomotion [1]. Prevention and management of Achilles tendon injuries in the elite human athlete has a direct and transferable strategy for the equine athlete due to the similarities in the disease process of the SDF tendon [2]. Achilles tendinopathy (AT) is a generic term for pathology within the Achilles tendon that causes pain, swelling and limited function [3,4]. Achilles tendon injuries are common in elite track and field accounting for 3.7% of all injuries in 13 international athletics championships from 2007 to 2012 ...
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Affiliation of the authors at the time of publication
Tendon Performance – 293 Fulham Road, Chelsea, London, SW10 9PXZ; and Fortius Clinic – 17 Fitzhardinge Street, London, W1H 6EQ, UK
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