Great work and happy to see the pilot work presented Tendon Research Group @ UD Airelle Giordano

A heartbreaking end to Shilese Jones' Paris 2024 dreams. USA Gym says she won't compete Sunday after being evaluated today. olympics.com/en/news/shiles…

A heartfelt thank you to the Foundation4PT for this award! I’m deeply grateful for your recognition & support of my journey! & huge thanks to my remarkable advisor and mentorship team for their guidance on my project! Dr. Karin G Silbernagel Ryan Stephanie Cone, PhD Tendon Research Group @ UD

What incredible feat for these 3 gymnasts!! The significant adversity each overcame in order to get to this spot is inspiring. 🤩🤩🥳

Congratulations to our summer scholars who completed their 10 week internships with us last week! They did a terrific job presenting and we are so grateful for their help this summer!! Dr. Karin G Silbernagel University of Delaware Physical Therapy Delaware INBRE

⚡️New Publication!⚡️Patellar tendon strain varies by region & by sex. Extended field of view ultrasound can reliably assess regional patellar tendon strain in a clinical setting. More evidence that the patellar tendon is NOT uniform. Region of assessment matters! University of Delaware Physical Therapy

So incredibly grateful for Foundation4PT support of my research and training to become a clinician scientist!! Couldn’t do it without my fantastic advisors and mentors. Thanks for pushing me & keeping things fun. Dr. Karin G Silbernagel Stephanie Cone, PhD Ryan

Dr. Seymore, I am SO proud of you. Congratulations on a brilliant defense yesterday 👏 it’s been an absolute pleasure working with you the past ~3 years. Thank you for all your mentorship!!

I’m so passionate about this research topic & improving outcomes for our patients! So thank you Foundation4PT for your support in my training and research!

Just the best!!!

Females with Achilles tendinopathy present with worse symptoms & deficits in heel rise work compared to males. However, both have similar improvements with rehab & reach similar outcomes in function, structure & function by 6 months. Morgan Potter, PT, DPT Dr. Karin G Silbernagel Ryan

Our #ClinicalPracticeGuideline on managing midportion Achilles tendon pain, stiffness and muscle power deficits is was updated in 2024 Read the latest recommendations ➡️ ow.ly/oeRs50Ur6Jt #yourJOSPT #Achilles #Guidelines

Lower Extremity Tendinopathy: PT/AT Conference at UD! Join us June 13 for expert talks from Josh Baxter, PhD & Dr. Adam Tenforde! CEUs, latest research, & clinical tips. Register now – link in bio!

Lower Extremity Tendinopathy: PT/AT Professional Development at UD CEUs now approved by Delaware PT and ATC Boards! Register now- link in bio!

Our new BJSM publication 🆕 🦶 We achieved consensus for the key diagnostic domains and conditions you should consider when assessing Achilles tendinopathy. bjsm.bmj.com/content/early/… Figure 1 summarises the recommended diagnostic process A huge thank you to all 50+ authors 👏

Congratulations Morgan Potter, PT, DPT on passing her dissertation proposal defense on Wednesday, and officially becoming a PhD Candidate!! We are so proud of you and the research you are pushing forward. #YouGoGirl Dr. Karin G Silbernagel University of Delaware Physical Therapy Ryan

⚡️New Pub⚡️Findings suggest prolonged symptom duration in midportion Achilles tendinopathy is unlikely to ⬆️ the occurrence of symptoms associated with central sensitization bit.ly/3SK7rMx Great work Morgan Potter, PT, DPT Ryan Dr. Karin G Silbernagel Hayley P Smitheman University of Delaware Physical Therapy

We are excited for a great week at #ISB2025 !! We have 3 PhD students from our lab presenting their research during the platform sessions this week. Come check them out!! Dr. Karin G Silbernagel University of Delaware Physical Therapy

Presentations from our lab and the Orthopedic Tissue Mechanics Lab (PI Stephanie Cone, PhD)! Dr. Karin G Silbernagel University of Delaware Physical Therapy

Such a fun time presenting this at #ISB2025! More sex disaggregated data is needed in Achilles tendinopathy in order to improve outcomes for both males and females!