Tendon Health & Tendinopathy
Tendinopathy staging (Cook & Purdam), VISA score estimate, 4-phase loading protocol, and collagen optimization.
Inputs
Fill in the inputs and press Calculate to see your science-backed results.
How to use Tendon Health & Tendinopathy
Tendinopathy staging (Cook & Purdam), VISA score estimate, 4-phase loading protocol, and collagen optimization.
Choose measurements that describe your actual session or situation, confirm the units, then calculate. Read the result alongside its assumptions and use the tool again when your inputs change.
Inputs explained
Tendon site
Choose the option that matches your context; available options include Patellar, Achilles, Other.
Pain level (1-10)
Enter a measured or estimated value (minimum 0) (maximum 10), using the unit indicated in the field label.
Pain during
Choose the option that matches your context; available options include Loading, Walking, Rest.
Morning stiffness (min)
Enter a measured or estimated value (minimum 0) (maximum 120), using the unit indicated in the field label.
Tendon thickness
Choose the option that matches your context; available options include Normal, Thickened, Thinned.
Symptom history (months)
Enter a measured or estimated value (minimum 0) (maximum 120), using the unit indicated in the field label.
Sport
Choose the option that matches your context; available options include Running, Strength, Cycling.
Age
Enter a measured or estimated value (minimum 12) (maximum 100), using the unit indicated in the field label.
How to interpret the output
Record your recovery context consistently and compare trends with changes in training load, sleep and perceived fatigue.
Repeat measurements using similar conditions when monitoring trends. Numerical predictions can vary with input accuracy, measurement method and individual circumstances.
Limitations and responsible use
Tendinopathy requires professional diagnosis. Loading protocols should be supervised by a physiotherapist, especially for reactive stage tendons.
Read the full disclaimerFrequently asked questions
What does the Tendon Health & Tendinopathy estimate?
Tendinopathy staging (Cook & Purdam), VISA score estimate, 4-phase loading protocol, and collagen optimization.
Which information do I need for this recovery tool?
Provide Tendon site, Pain level (1-10), Pain during, Morning stiffness (min), Tendon thickness, and any additional fields shown above. Use your own relevant measurements and the units indicated in each field.
How should I interpret the result?
Record your recovery context consistently and compare trends with changes in training load, sleep and perceived fatigue. Compare results with your goals and other relevant observations rather than using a single output to make a major decision.
Disclaimer: Tendinopathy requires professional diagnosis. Loading protocols should be supervised by a physiotherapist, especially for reactive stage tendons. Read the medical disclaimer.
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