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[Physio Explained] Load progression in rehab for patella tendon injuries with Dr Teddy Willsey
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In this episode, Dr. Teddy Willsey discusses a research paper on load progression for the patellar tendon and its impact on rehabilitation. We explore key exercises like the split squat, rear foot elevated squat, bilateral squat, and forward heel tap, along with how to adjust plyometric exercises for optimal tendon loading. Dr. Willsey also discusses how the paper categorizes exercises into Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3, providing a structured approach for clinicians to improve patient outcomes.
👉🏻 See Teddy’s full Research Review here - https://physio.network/reviews-willsey1
Dr. Teddy Willsey is a sports medicine focused physical therapist and private practice owner in Rockville, Maryland. Teddy has an interest in working with high level athletes and return to sport rehab. In addition to practicing PT, Teddy speaks and teaches publicly, writes and blogs regularly, and posts on social media daily.
Reference to article: Silva R, Song K, Hullfish T, Sprague A, Silbernagel K, Baxter J (2024) Patellar Tendon Load Progression during Rehabilitation Exercises: Implications for the Treatment of Patellar Tendon Injuries. Med Sci Sports Exerc, 56(3):545-552.
If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!
Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio
123 episodes
Manage episode 430493901 series 2846650
In this episode, Dr. Teddy Willsey discusses a research paper on load progression for the patellar tendon and its impact on rehabilitation. We explore key exercises like the split squat, rear foot elevated squat, bilateral squat, and forward heel tap, along with how to adjust plyometric exercises for optimal tendon loading. Dr. Willsey also discusses how the paper categorizes exercises into Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3, providing a structured approach for clinicians to improve patient outcomes.
👉🏻 See Teddy’s full Research Review here - https://physio.network/reviews-willsey1
Dr. Teddy Willsey is a sports medicine focused physical therapist and private practice owner in Rockville, Maryland. Teddy has an interest in working with high level athletes and return to sport rehab. In addition to practicing PT, Teddy speaks and teaches publicly, writes and blogs regularly, and posts on social media daily.
Reference to article: Silva R, Song K, Hullfish T, Sprague A, Silbernagel K, Baxter J (2024) Patellar Tendon Load Progression during Rehabilitation Exercises: Implications for the Treatment of Patellar Tendon Injuries. Med Sci Sports Exerc, 56(3):545-552.
If you like the podcast, it would mean the world if you're happy to leave us a rating or a review. It really helps!
Our host is @James_Armstrong_Physio
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