Understanding Exercise Adherence for Achilles Tendon Pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study asks people with Achilles tendon pain why they do or don't stick with exercise treatment. Researchers want to understand what helps or prevents people from continuing their exercises so they can improve how these treatments are delivered.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have been diagnosed with Achilles tendinopathy (pain or injury in the Achilles tendon at the back of your heel)
- Your Achilles symptoms are not caused by a different condition like rheumatoid arthritis or a complete tendon rupture
- You can provide informed consent to participate
- You are willing to be audio-recorded during interviews
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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