Biomedical Risk Factors of Achilles Tendinopathy in Physically Active People: a Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Achilles tendinopathy is the most prevalent tendon disorder in people engaged in running and jumping sports. Aetiology of Achilles tendinopathy is complex and requires comprehensive research of contributing risk factors. There is relatively little research focussing on potential biomedical risk factors for Achilles tendinopathy. The purpose of this systematic review is to identify studies and summarise current knowledge of biomedical risk factors of Achilles tendinopathy in physically active people. METHODS:Research databases were searched for relevant articles followed by assessment in accordance with PRISMA statement and standards of Cochrane collaboration. Levels of evidence and quality assessment designation were implemented in accordance with OCEBM levels of evidence and Ne

SUBMITTER: Kozlovskaia M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5436990 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature