Treatment of Extensor Hallucis Longus Tendinosis in a Track Athlete

A treatment program for tendinosis of the extensor hallucis longus that involved administration of manually resisted eccentric strengthening exercise, pulsed ultrasound, and transverse friction massage was successful for restoration of normal function in a female college track athlete. Although we c...

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Published in:International journal of athletic therapy & training 2012-07, Vol.17 (4), p.4-7
Main Authors: Pinkelman, Katherine, Schilling, Jim F.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:A treatment program for tendinosis of the extensor hallucis longus that involved administration of manually resisted eccentric strengthening exercise, pulsed ultrasound, and transverse friction massage was successful for restoration of normal function in a female college track athlete. Although we cannot establish with certainty that the success of the treatment program was solely attributable to the manually resisted eccentric exercise, we believe that it substantially contributed to the successful resolution of the patient's symptoms. This case demonstrates that eccentric resistance can be effectively administered without the use of equipment. Further research is needed to assess the effectiveness of exclusive reliance on eccentric exercise for treatment of tendinosis in various locations. The treatment outcome realized for the reported case clearly supports eccentric exercise as an effective treatment for tendinosis.
ISSN:2157-7277
2157-7285
DOI:10.1123/ijatt.17.4.4