Stretching and Strengthening Exercises: Perform gentle stretching exercises to improve flexibility and strengthen the muscles around the Achilles tendon. Orthotic Devices: Using orthotic devices or ...
Therefore, the aim was to compare the immediate effect of 5 different physical activities (running, stretching, plyometrics, eccentric heel drops, T-test) on the blood flow of the Achilles tendon.
Objective: To investigate the acute effects of isolated eccentric and concentric calf muscle exercise on Achilles tendon sagittal thickness. Design: Within-subject, counterbalanced, mixed design.