Tendon Trouble: Why Rest Fails and Movement Heals
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Welcome back, everyone! In this episode of Build to Thrive, Linda Brown dives deep into the science of stubborn tendon pain—from the Achilles and plantar fascia to patellar tendons and tennis elbow.
Most chronic tendon pain isn't acute tendinitis (inflammation), but rather tendinosis—a degenerative breakdown of the collagen matrix. Complete rest actually weakens tendons; instead, they require a smart two-part prescription: intelligent mechanical load and targeted cellular nourishment.
Key Takeaways:
Load to Heal: Short, targeted bouts of isometric holds or heavy slow…
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