Br J Sports Med October 2015 PMID 25979840

Isometric exercise induces analgesia and reduces inhibition in patellar tendinopathy.

Ebonie Rio, Dawson Kidgell, Craig Purdam, Jamie Gaida, G Lorimer Moseley, Alan J Pearce, Jill Cook

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The discussions highlight several key points about the study's findings, with some participants sharing specific examples from related research, such as the application of isometric contractions leading to reduced pain and increased strength. Phrases like 'natural analgesic' and references to rigorous studies convey a serious tone and a collective acknowledgment of the study's impactful implications in physical therapy settings.

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The majority of discussions lean towards supporting the findings of the publication regarding isometric exercise.

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There is a clear enthusiasm and curiosity about isometric exercise among the participants.

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Several participants delve into specific methodologies and outcomes related to isometric exercises, indicating a moderate level of engagement.

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Many believe that the insights from the study could significantly influence practices in managing patellar tendinopathy.

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Isometric exercise significantly decreased patellar tendinopathy (PT) pain immediately and up to 45 minutes post-exercise, more so than isotonic exercise.
Isometric contractions enhanced quadriceps strength and increased corticospinal excitability while reducing inhibition, whereas isotonic contractions did not show these benefits.
The study involved six volleyball players with PT, highlighting the potential of isometric exercise as an effective intervention during the competitive season.

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@_FerRangel Por ponerte 1 referencia (no una opinión como la que expones) de una autoridad mundial sobre isometrías en dolor patelar: Br J Sports Med. 2015 May15. pii: bjsports-2014-094386. Isometric exercise induces analgesia and reduces inhibition in patellar tendinopathy. Rio E1, Kidg

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@carolamiografia Por ponerte 1 referencia (no una opinión como la que expones) de una autoridad mundial sobre isometrías en dolor patelar: Br J Sports Med. 2015 May15. pii: bjsports-2014-094386. Isometric exercise induces analgesia and reduces inhibition in patellar tendinopathy. Rio E1, Kidg

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膝蓋腱炎に対する即時効果のトレーニング　①isometric vs ②isotonic ①60°屈曲位から45秒×2 (負荷70%MVC) ②8回×4 (100%8RM) →Baselineと比較して実施直後、実施45分後とも①は有意に疼痛軽減 ②は実施直後は有意に軽減、45分後は有意差なし #文献　#膝蓋腱炎 https://t.co/vcKKWwJJhV

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@L_raro Rio E, Kidgell D, Purdam C, et al. Isometric exercise induces analgesia and reduces inhibition in patellar tendinopathy. British journal of sports medicine. 2015;49(19):1277-1283.

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If discomfort is already present, use isos due to their analgesic effect "A single training bout of isometric contractions⬇️tendon pain immediately for at least 45 min" "Iso contractions may be used to⬇️pain in people w/ PT w/o a

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例えば膝蓋腱障害では等尺性エクササイズの疼痛軽減効果が認められています。 https://t.co/t7r3I0FtJp テニス肘については2012年のSRで等尺性エクササイズについて言及あり。 https://t.co/s5UttyHRjK ２つの研究で効果あり。ただし群間差なし。 https://t.co/OnYBXpJayb https://t.co/t7r3I0FtJp https://t.co/v7SWs5dfx6

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One study from @ProfJillCook used 5 sets of 45s duration holds of 70% MVC with female volleyball players. The result was a decreased pain response showing the analgesic affect associated with isometrics https://t.co/HFHJRrtuCM

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@nachoafysalud En todos los ejercicios y en todas ls personas? En esta investigación https://t.co/w59mfsM8Mg usaban 45” de duración en los ejercicios isométricos.

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