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Narrative Review | Physiotherapy | India | Volume 13 Issue 12, December 2024 | Rating: 5.5 / 10
A Comparative Review on Various Therapeutic Interventions Used for Treating Tendinopathies
Manisha Lokkidi, Muneiah Yerramala
Abstract: Introduction: Tendinopathy is pain in the tendon commonly as a resultant of overuse, seen commonly in rotator cuff, wrist, Patella, Gluteal region and calf, having close association of extrinsic factors like sports and physical activity. Aim of the study: To understand the effect of various therapeutic interventions and review by comparing interventions in improving dysfunction in tendinopathies. Methodology: Using key terms across databases, included 27 studies (only level I or II) published between 2018-2024 on different tendinopathies and analysed scientifically and independently extracted. Results & Discussion: Manual techniques like Manual mobilization, Myofascial trigger point therapy, Transverse Friction Massage, Therapeutic interventions like ESWT, Ultrasound, Laser, IFT, Heat and Cold therapy and minimally invasive techniques like Dry needling, Corticosteroids and Platelet rich plasma, percutaneous needle electrolysis and active exercise and strengthening have shown variability in short term and long-term benefits. Conclusion: Appropriate Load management and progressive Tendon loading, Eccentric exercises and Extra corporeal shockwave therapy is accurate in long-term positive outcomes and combination of various interventions proved to be more effective than single intervention in effective management of tendinopathy.
Keywords: Tendinopathy, Physiotherapy interventions on tendinopathy, Eccentric exercise, Electrotherapy for Tendinopathy. Management of Tendinopathy
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 12, December 2024,
Pages: 1818 - 1824