Patellar Tendinopathy with Ebonie Rio

About this episode

Ebonie Rio discusses the complexities of patellar tendinopathy, its causes, and effective rehabilitation strategies.

Summary In this conversation, Ebonie Rio, a physiotherapist and researcher, discusses the complexities of patellar tendinopathy, including its causes, myths, and effective rehabilitation strategies. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the condition as an overload issue, the need for accurate diagnosis, and the role of strength training in prevention and recovery. Ebonie also highlights the significance of motor control and coordination in managing tendon pain, and the necessity of clear communication among athletes, coaches, and clinicians for optimal outcomes. Check out the Rehabilitendon App: http://rehabilitendon.com.au/ Guest Ebonie Rio is a physiotherapist and researcher from La Trobe University in Australia. She holds a PhD in tendon pain and has a background that includes a Masters in Sports Physiotherapy and two bachelor degrees. Her clinical work spans some of the top performance environments in the world. She has worked with the Australian Institute of Sport, the Australian Ballet Company and Ballet School, pro football with Melbourne Heart, the Victorian Institute of Sport, and several major events including the Commonwealth Games, the Vancouver Winter…

People in this episode

Guest: Ebonie Rio

Topics covered

• patellar tendinopathy
• rehabilitation strategies
• strength training
• motor control
• athlete communication

Keywords

• patellar tendinopathy
• rehabilitation
• strength training
• motor control
• tendon pain

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: La Trobe University, Australian Institute of Sport, Australian Ballet Company, Melbourne Heart, Victorian Institute of Sport

Books & works: Disney's The Lion King

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