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@article{173456,
        author = {ISHA IRFAN GARDI and ARCHANA METHE},
        title = {PREVALENCE OF POPLITEUS TENDINOPATHY IN MARATHON RUNNERS.},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {10},
        pages = {273-278},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=173456},
        abstract = {Background: The popliteus muscle and its tendon complex play crucial role in knee joint stability and biomechanics, serving as dynamic and static stabilizers. Popliteus tendinopathy, characterized by degeneration or injury of the popliteus tendon, poses challenge for athletes, particularly marathon runners. Understanding the prevalence of this condition and reliable diagnostic methods is essential for the effective management and prevention of long-term complications. Aim: The study is aimed to determine the prevalence of popliteus tendinopathy among marathon runners using the Garrick test. Methodology: Ninety-seven marathon runners from the age group of 35 to 45 years underwent assessment for popliteus tendinopathy. Participants with positive pain at the posterolateral aspect of the knee joint were subjected to the Lachman test, Posterior sag sign, Varus test, and Garrick test. Outcome measures include demographic variables, pain, intensity on the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), work out duration, and years of experience. Results: Statistical analysis was done using MS Excel 2016 software. Out of the 97 participants, 77% exhibited popliteus tendinopathy. The Garrick test showed the highest sensitivity for detecting the condition. Positive correlation was observed between pian intensity and work out duration (r = -0.22, p < 0.05), indicative of reduction in pain with increased work out duration. However, no significant correlation was found between pain intensity and years of experience.
Conclusion: Popliteus tendinopathy is prevalent among marathon runners from age of group 35 to 45 years. The Garrick test emerges as valuable tool for diagnosis. Additionally, pain intensity decreases in participants with longer work out duration, suggesting a potential protective effect of exercise. However, years of experience do not appear to influence pain intensity. Early detection and intervention are crucial for managing popliteus tendinopathy and optimizing athletic performance.},
        keywords = {Popliteus tendinopathy, marathon runners, Garrick test, posterolateral knee pain.},
        month = {March},
        }