Sonographic Screening of Distance Runners for the Development of Future Achilles and Patellar Tendon Pain

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Authors

Daniel M. Cushman · University of Utah

Ziva Petrin · Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

Keith Cummings · Proliance Orthopedic Associates

Sarah F. Eby · University of Utah

Joy English · University of Utah

Masaru Teramoto · University of Utah

Abstract

The presence of ultrasonographic abnormalities is associated with increased development of pain in the Achilles and patellar tendons within 1 year of a marathon or half marathon.

Topics & Keywords

Tendon Structure and Treatment Sports injuries and prevention Shoulder Injury and Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine

Volume 32, Issue 5, pp. 493-500

DOI: 10.1097/jsm.0000000000000984

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