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Tendon Injuries

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Football Traumatology

Conclusion

Tendinopathy of the lower limb in footballers is secondary to overuse, insufficient warm up, or various other mechanical factors. Reducing training intensity and duration or addressing other aggravating factors is beneficial in the early stages of tendinopathy. Eccentric strengthening exercises are effective in tendinopathies. We do not recommend non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications or corticosteroids. Aprotinin injections in the peri-tendinous region are beneficial for short- to medium-term relief. If conservative measures fail, surgical management may relieve symptoms, but the success depends on the tendon affected and the severity and chronicity of the condition.

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Krishna Sayana, M., Maffulli, N. (2006). Tendon Injuries. In: Volpi, P. (eds) Football Traumatology. Springer, Milano . https://doi.org/10.1007/88-470-0419-5_16

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