Introduction

Tendons have an amazing ability to adapt to external load. These changes occur on a structural level within the tendon and can result in an increase in anteroposterior diameter. In tendinopathy, it appears that there are also unique changes in excitatory and inhibitory stimuli from the brain to the muscles. In this course, Ebonie Rio will help you understand why the thickening of tendons is actually a good thing. She will also explain the related changes that can occur in the brain and the effect this has on motor control.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course you will be able to:

• discuss the adaptations that occur in tendinopathy at both the tendon and the brain level
• select at least four characteristics of pain in tendinopathy
• correctly identify management strategies for adaptations at both the tendon and the brain level

Target audience

This course is aimed at Physiotherapy and Physical Therapy clinicians, students and assistants. Other interested professionals such as athletic trainers, occupational therapists, nurses or medical doctors interested in this subject are also invited to participate.

Practicalities

• Availability - this course is online and can be completed on your own schedule.
• Hours of Learning - No deadlines are applied to this course and it can be started and completed in your own time according to your personal schedule. We expect the required elements to take around 1-1.5 hours depending on your schedule and learning style. Additionally there are many optional resources provided and if you choose to review these the course could take longer to complete.
• Types of Activities - This course includes instructional and/or practical videos, reading activities, AI supported learning activities, reflection, evaluation forms, a quiz and additional resources.
• Certificates - At the end of the course, when you have completed all of the required elements, you will be able to download a certificate of completion and 1 Plus points will be added to your personalised learning dashboard.

Instructor financial and non-financial disclosures

No relevant relationships disclosed by instructor.

Accessibility and Non-Discrimination Policy

Physiopedia Plus is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible learning environment for all participants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, disability, military status, sexual orientation or age in any aspect of our continuing education services. We are dedicated to ensuring that all learners can fully participate in our programmes. Participants who require accommodations or have special needs are encouraged to contact us with details so that we can make all reasonable efforts to meet these requirements.