Tendons: What They Are And How They Work

The ‘Sportology’ YouTube channel explains the science of tendons, including what they are, what they’re made of and how they’re injured, which is essential to understand for anyone recovering from a tendon-related injury, like Tennis or Golfer’s Elbow.

Video: Sportology explains tendon science, the nature and function of tendons as well as they tendon injury process / Tendinopathies

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Key Points About Tendons From The Video

• The difference between tendons, ligaments and fascia
• How tendons connect muscles to bones
• How tendons store and release kinetic energy
• How tendons are composed of bundles of Collagen fibers ‘fibrils’
• Tendinopathies: The general term for tendon injuries
• The fact that inflammation is a normal phase of healing
• Some reduction in activity may be necessary but not total rest
• Tendon healing can take 3-6 months
• Eccentric Exercise is particularly useful in the rehab process
• Gentle movement, stretching and massage is helpful
• The right amount of movement and load helps to align the Collagen Fibers in the tendon as it’s healing and strengthening (the ‘Remodeling Phase’ of healing)

Other Key Articles About Tendons And Tendon Injuries

• What is Tennis Elbow?
• Why Tennis and Golfer’s Elbow are NOT inflammatory conditions
• The difference between Tendonitis and Tendinosis

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