Changes in tendon spatial frequency parameters with loading

Pearson, S ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1503-5452, Engel, AJ and Bashford, GR 2017, 'Changes in tendon spatial frequency parameters with loading' , Journal of Biomechanics, 57 , pp. 136-140.

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Abstract

To examine and compare the loading related changes in micro-morphology of the patellar tendon. Fifteen healthy young males (age 19±3yrs, body mass 83±5kg) were utilised in a within subjects matched pairs design. B mode ultrasound images were taken in the sagittal plane of the patellar tendon at rest with the knee at 90° flexion. Repeat images were taken whilst the subjects were carrying out maximal voluntary isometric contractions. Spatial frequency parameters related to the tendon morphology were determined within regions of interest (ROI) from the B mode images at rest and during isometric contractions. A number of spatial parameters were observed to be significantly different between resting and contracted images (Peak spatial frequency radius (PSFR), axis ratio, spatial Q-factor, PSFR amplitude ratio, and the sum). These spatial frequency parameters were indicative of acute alterations in the tendon micro-morphology with loading. Acute loading modifies the micro-morphology of the tendon, as observed via spatial frequency analysis. Further research is warranted to explore its utility with regard to different loading induced micro-morphological alterations, as these could give valuable insight not only to aid strengthening of this tissue but also optimization of recovery from injury and treatment of conditions such as tendinopathies.

Item Type:	Article
Schools:	Schools > School of Health and Society > Centre for Health Sciences Research
Journal or Publication Title:	Journal of Biomechanics
Publisher:	Elsevier
ISSN:	0021-9290
Related URLs:	Publication
Depositing User:	S Pearson
Date Deposited:	10 Jul 2017 14:27
Last Modified:	15 Feb 2022 21:56
URI:	https://usir.salford.ac.uk/id/eprint/42250

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