Rothman P22-3: Tendinopathy: Treatment and Repair Options

Learning Objectives:
Identify non-surgical treatment options for chronic patella tendinopathy.
Evaluate surgical and rehabilitation options for chronic patella tendinopathy.
Discuss current research on tendon adaptation in response to medical loading, specifically isometric training and time under tension principles.
Define what changes occur from adaptations for the material vs. morphological properties, as well as possible neurological benefits of isometric training.
Articulate isometric training options in the athletic training room (force frame / free weights / manual resistance).

Course Faculty:
Steven B. Cohen, MD
Aaron Hoback, ATC, CES, PES

Domains:
Injury and Illness Prevention and Wellness Promotion
Examination, Assessment, and Diagnosis
Immediate and Emergency Care
Therapeutic Intervention
Target Audience:  AT, PT, OT, MD/DO, PhD/PsyD, RN
Difficulty Level: Mastery
Delivery Method: Virtual Asynchronous – On-Demand
CE Credit for Athletic Trainers Only: 1.5 Category A CEUs; all others receive a certificate of attendance.
Cancellation Policy: Cancel anytime and apply the payment to a future course.

EBPcentral (BOC AP# 10138) is approved by the Board of Certification, Inc. to provide continuing education to athletic trainers.  This program is eligible for 1.5 Category A CEUs. ATs should claim only those hours spent in the educational program.