Tendinopathy Fitness Testing

Tendinopathy management requires careful exercise modification:

• Maintain cardiovascular fitness
• Avoid aggravating activities
• Select appropriate exercise equipment
• Know safe training intensities

Achilles Tendinopathy: Bike testing (non-impact), treadmill when symptoms allow

Patellar Tendinopathy (Jumper's Knee): Bike for minimal patellofemoral stress

Gluteal Tendinopathy: Bike or treadmill depending on symptoms

Shoulder Tendinopathy: Lower-body testing (treadmill/bike), rowing when cleared

Choose equipment that minimizes tendon stress:

• Lower-limb tendinopathy: Start with bike (seated, low-impact)
• Upper-limb tendinopathy: Treadmill or bike
• Progressive loading: Advance to treadmill as symptoms improve

Tendinopathy recovery can be lengthy. VO₂ max testing helps:

• Maintain fitness on alternative equipment
• Training zones for symptom-free cardio
• Prevent whole-body deconditioning
• Support PT-prescribed exercise

Tendinopathy requires careful load management:

• Know appropriate training intensity
• Avoid "boom-bust" cycles
• Gradual progression as tendon heals
• Coordinate with PT strengthening program

For runners with lower-limb tendinopathy:

• Bike testing during symptom management phase
• Treadmill testing when symptoms controlled
• Conservative running zones to prevent flare-ups
• Repeat testing to track progress

VO₂ Max Test: $250

Complete cardiovascular assessment with equipment selected to avoid aggravating tendinopathy.

Please indicate tendon location when booking. Medical/PT clearance recommended.

Fit Evaluations
311 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Behind Hindquarter restaurant (second entrance off Dakota St.)

Contact:
Phone: 831-400-9227
Email: info@fitevals.com

Professional fitness testing for Achilles, patellar, and other tendinopathy management.