Revolving doors of tendinopathy: definition, pathogenesis and treatment

Postgrad Med J. 2020 Feb;96(1132):94-101. doi: 10.1136/postgradmedj-2019-136786. Epub 2019 Nov 22.

Abstract

The ultimate cure for the tendon pathology continues to elude current science. Despite great steps in technology, the causation and treatment is still not clear. The number of different theories and treatment modalities in the literature may confuse clinicians and patients. In this paper we outline the definitions, evolution of pathogenesis and treatment for tendinopathy. By highlighting these, the aim of this paper is to guide the practitioner in counselling and treating their patients.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones / therapeutic use
  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / therapeutic use*
  • Conservative Treatment*
  • Debridement
  • Decompression, Surgical
  • Dry Needling
  • Exercise Therapy*
  • Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy
  • Hot Temperature / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Injections
  • Intercellular Signaling Peptides and Proteins
  • Low-Level Light Therapy
  • Massage
  • Mesenchymal Stem Cell Transplantation
  • Platelet-Rich Plasma
  • Prolotherapy
  • Rest
  • Sclerotherapy
  • Tendinopathy / diagnosis
  • Tendinopathy / physiopathology
  • Tendinopathy / therapy*
  • Ultrasonic Therapy

Substances

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones
  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
  • Intercellular Signaling Peptides and Proteins