Application of shear wave elastography and B-mode ultrasound in patellar tendinopathy after extracorporeal shockwave therapy

ConclusionAthletes with PT had stiffer and larger tendons than healthy athletes. SWE combined with B-US could clearly show the changes in tendon thickness, CSA, stiffness in PT, and changes after treatment. SWE combined with B-US provided visualization with quantitative, reproducible, and noninvasive imaging in the follow-up evaluation of PT and is worth promoting clinically.
Source: Journal of Medical Ultrasonics - Category: Radiology Source Type: research