I really struggled to keep a straight face when I heard that one of our patients had had a “salmon sperm” injection for their tendonitis. But then I became curious and had a look at the research, and it turns out that it is actually a promising treatment – called polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) therapy in medical circles. Here’s the state of play with regards to PDRN injections and tendon treatment.

Red light therapy can be effective for treating many sports injuries and supporting post-exercise recovery. But each type of tissue (e.g. muscles, tendons) responds better to slightly different settings. And if you overuse it, it can actually slow healing! Read on to learn the ins and outs of how to use red light therapy at home for best results.

What does the research say? Does BPC-157 work for athletes, and is it safe?

Patients sometimes ask me “Will TB-500 help my injury to heal quicker?” and then I have to explain to them that it is not a clever idea.

Are tendon repair supplements a fad, or do they really help you to recover quicker from your tendon injury? We take a look at the research.

Why a steroid injection for an injury should only be used in very specific circumstances. Also: what are the negative side effects?

Yes, walking can be an important part of your rehab and recovery from gluteal tendinopathy, but there are some factors to consider.

This article explains how the menopause can cause gluteal tendinopathy, how to avoid this during menopause, and what the best treatment is.

To choose the right exercises for your specific case of gluteal tendinopathy, you first have to understand what causes it, what happens to the tendons, and what type of exercises are best suited to correct it. So we'll kick this article off with a quick overview of the causes and injury process before we discuss what exercises to do. Remember, if you need more help with an injury, you're welcome to consult our team of sports physios online via video call. Some of the links i