Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2739491 | Asia-Pacific Journal of Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy, Rehabilitation and Technology | 2016 | 12 Pages |
Abstract
There are currently no studies that determine the total burden that tendinopathy places on patients and society. A systematic search was conducted to understand the impact of tendinopathy. It demonstrated that the current prevalence is underestimated, particularly in active populations, such as athletes and workers. Search results demonstrate that due to the high prevalence, impact on patients' daily lives and the economic impact due to work-loss, treatments are significantly higher than currently observed. A well-accepted definition by medical professionals and the public will improve documentation and increase awareness, in order to better tackle the disease burden.
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Authors
Chelsea Hopkins, Sai-Chuen Fu, Eldrich Chua, Xiaorui Hu, Christer Rolf, Ville M. Mattila, Ling Qin, Patrick Shu-Hang Yung, Kai-Ming Chan,