Achilles tendon thickness reduces immediately after a marathon

Achilles tendon thickness reduces immediately after a marathon

Abstract Background The purpose of the present investigation was to evaluate the immediate effect of running a marathon on Achilles tendon anteroposterior thickness. Methods In 25 runners who took part in the London marathon, ultrasonography was used to measure the Achilles tendon thickness pre- and...

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Main Authors: Isabelle Scott, Peter Malliaras, Alex Tardioli, Sarah Hales, Dylan Morrissey, Filippo Migliorini, Nicola Maffulli
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-12-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
Subjects:
Achilles tendon
Fluid flux
Marathon
Tendinopathy
Ultrasound
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-022-03448-z

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