Biomedical Risk Factors of Achilles Tendinopathy in Physically Active People: a Systematic Review

Abstract Background Achilles tendinopathy is the most prevalent tendon disorder in people engaged in running and jumping sports. Aetiology of Achilles tendinopathy is complex and requires comprehensive research of contributing risk factors. There is relatively little research focussing on potential...

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Main Authors: Maria Kozlovskaia, Nicole Vlahovich, Kevin J. Ashton, David C. Hughes
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2017-05-01
Series:Sports Medicine - Open
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40798-017-0087-y