Tread Lightly Running Podcast

78: What Runners Need to Know about Tendinopathy and Tendon Health (with Dr. Alex Nelson)

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Are you struggling with Achilles pain, a chronic high hamstring injury, or another tendon issue? This is the episode for you! We brought on an expert on tendinopathy and tendon health - Dr. Alex Nelson, DPT, owner of Training with Tendinopathy. 


You can follow Dr. Nelson on Instagram @training_with_tendinopathy


Discussion points include:

  • Defining tendinopathy vs tendonitis vs tendinosis
  • Why rest alone doesn’t resolve tendinopathy
  • Warning signs and risk factors for tendinopathy
  • Why you need strength training to rehab tendinopathy
  • Plyometrics vs isometrics for tendon health and rehab
  • Return to run timelines for tendinopathy
  • The risks and rewards of a cortisone shot
  • How to use pain to guide your tendon rehab process
  • Do collagen supplements support tendon healing?
  • How protein supports tendon health
  • Tips for managing high hamstring tendinopathy
  • What happens if you train through untreated tendinopathy?
  • Do carbon plated running shoes hurt or harm tendons?


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