78: What Runners Need to Know about Tendinopathy and Tendon Health (with Dr. Alex Nelson)

Are you struggling with Achilles pain, a chronic high hamstring injury, or another tendon issue? This is the episode for you! We brought on an expert on tendinopathy and tendon health - Dr. Alex Nelson, DPT, owner of Training with Tendinopathy.

You can follow Dr. Nelson on Instagram @training_with_tendinopathy

Discussion points include:

• Defining tendinopathy vs tendonitis vs tendinosis
• Why rest alone doesn’t resolve tendinopathy
• Warning signs and risk factors for tendinopathy
• Why you need strength training to rehab tendinopathy
• Plyometrics vs isometrics for tendon health and rehab
• Return to run timelines for tendinopathy
• The risks and rewards of a cortisone shot
• How to use pain to guide your tendon rehab process
• Do collagen supplements support tendon healing?
• How protein supports tendon health
• Tips for managing high hamstring tendinopathy
• What happens if you train through untreated tendinopathy?
• Do carbon plated running shoes hurt or harm tendons?