Table 1 The eccentric loading programme parameters commonly used for the management of Achilles tendinopathy
Exercise parameterProgramme
Repetitions15
SetsThree of two similar exercises (see a and b below)
ExercisesEccentric loading only, “good leg up bad leg down”
a) knee straight
b) knee bent
FrequencyTwice daily, 7 days per week
Duration10–12 weeks
IntensityControl parameter — discomfort/pain. Load to discomfort (especially first 2 weeks). Increase load by external loading
Post-exercise advice(Ice and stretch)

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