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Selective Muscle Weakness in Achilles Tendinopathy: Is It Time to Look Beyond the Soleus?

Achilles tendinopathy is one of the most prevalent lower limb overuse injuries in physically active individuals, affecting approximately 6% of athletes overall. This course examines the neuromechanical mechanisms underlying Achilles tendinopathy, a common overuse injury in athletes and…

About this course

Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews, Volume 54 • Number 2 • April 2026 | DOI: 10.1249/JES.0000000000000379

What you will learn

  • Describe the anatomy and function of the triceps surae and Achilles tendon, and explain their role in plantarflexion and locomotion
  • Analyze neuromechanical changes associated with Achilles tendinopathy, including altered neural drive, muscle coordination, and force distribution among the triceps surae muscles
  • Evaluate current and emerging rehabilitation strategies aimed at improving muscle coordination and tendon loading in individuals with Achilles tendinopathy

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