Tendinopathy is more than inflammation—and treating it effectively requires more than generic exercises. This CEU course takes you deep into the pathophysiology, terminology, and tissue-specific loading strategies needed to treat patients across the entire tendon continuum.
Whether you’re managing post-op Achilles tendinosis, rotator cuff pathology, or chronic elbow tendinopathy in your patients, you’ll leave with an evidence-informed system for assessment, intervention, and dosing that can be applied the next day in clinic.
How to distinguish between tendinitis (inflammatory) and tendinosis (degenerative)
The cellular biology of tendon healing, including collagen types I, II, and III
How intrinsic & extrinsic risk factors impact prognosis and treatment success
Subjective and objective exam strategies for identifying tendon irritability, tenderness, and swelling
A 3-step treatment framework: modulate pain → offload tissue → build tendon resiliency
How to use this course
Before we begin...
Welcome!
Comprehensive Guide to Managing Tendinopathy Course Notes
Lesson 1.1: Definitions to Know
Lesson 1.2: Tendon Anatomy
Lesson 1.3: Tendon Function
Lesson 2.1: Tendon Pathophysiology
Lesson 2.2 - Internal Mechanisms
Lesson 2.3: Extrinsic Mechanisms
Lesson 2.4: Pop Quiz!
Lesson 2.5: Pop Quiz Answers Explained
Lesson 3.1: The Subjective
Lesson 3.2: The Objective
Lesson 3.3: The Prognosis and Goals
Lesson 4.1: Manual Interventions
Lesson 4.2: Exercise Interventions
Lesson 4.3: Intervention Mechanisms
Lesson 4.4: Summary
Lesson 4.5: Example Case
Knowledge Assessment
Course Evaluation Form
Thank You!
References
CCU Certificate
This course helps you move beyond out-of-date concepts like "tendinitis" and into the real biology of tenocytes, collagen synthesis, and mechanotransduction.
You’ll understand:
The difference between Type 1 vs. Type 3 collagen and what it means for rehab timelines
Why watershed zones (like in the rotator cuff or Achilles) have poor blood flow and slower healing
How to modify care based on hormonal status, medications, and systemic health
You’ll also master how to implement a progressive loading continuum:
Isometrics for pain modulation in high-irritability patients
Eccentrics to drive long-term remodeling
Energy Storage drills (plyometrics) for late-stage return to sport
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Physical Therapists looking to improve tendinopathy outcomes
Athletic Trainers and Strength Coaches working in late-stage rehab
Occupational Therapists treating elbow and shoulder tendon issues
Clinicians frustrated with vague protocols or plateaued patients
Any rehab provider ready to train tissue, not just reduce pain
A high-resolution understanding of tendon healing timelines and loading response
A 3-phase treatment model for immediate use
Clear strategies for managing athlete vs sedentary patients
Real-world case reasoning, not just research summaries
Designed specifically for rehab professionals, this course provides a solid foundation in strength training concepts tailored to the rehab setting.
Learn the core principles of strength training and their direct applications in rehab. Understand how to integrate strength-building strategies into treatment plans, targeting specific impairments and optimizing patient outcomes across various stages of rehabilitation. Build a foundation in tissue healing to promote safe progression from early rehab to return-to-activity.
Master exercise prescription by focusing on specificity and appropriate dosage tailored for rehab. Discover techniques for adjusting exercise parameters to accommodate different stages of healing, injury types, and functional goals, ensuring exercises are safe and effective for each patient's unique recovery journey.
Explore vertical and horizontal periodization models and how they can be applied to rehab settings. Learn to design phased rehab programs that progressively build strength and functional capacity while minimizing the risk of re-injury. Apply these concepts through practical case studies to develop problem-solving skills and handle complex clinical scenarios.
