Patellar tendinopathy is the degeneration of the patellar tendon due to inappropriate loading and tendon recovery. It causes severe consequences in various sports and professions, lasting for >6 months in 1/3 of cases and causing 1/2 to discontinue sport participation. A cheap standard screening tool should be used to isolate at risk individuals to prevent the incidence of patellar tendinopathy.

A novel approach to improving training adaptations, reducing overall pain and improving general performance is through the use of Percussive Therapy, applying a massage gun for percussive vibration on musculature for potential performance improvement. The following blog will review our current understanding of an effective protocol, application, and effects on overall performance.