Understanding and treating Achilles tendinopathy
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at University of Pennsylvania · NIH-11255212 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study at the University of Pennsylvania is looking into Achilles tendinopathy, a painful condition that affects people of all ages, to understand what causes it and to find new ways to help treat it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2023 |
| Project end | December 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $80,147 |
| NIH project number | 3P50AR080581-03S1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11255212 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals suffering from Achilles tendinopathy, regardless of age.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to Achilles tendinopathy may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
The research at the University of Pennsylvania focuses on Achilles tendinopathy, a common condition causing pain and disability in patients of all ages. The team will explore the underlying biological mechanisms of this condition and develop innovative treatment strategies. By utilizing a combination of laboratory studies, animal models, and human subjects, the research aims to create effective therapies based on fundamental discoveries. This comprehensive approach seeks to bridge the gap between basic science and clinical application.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for Achilles tendinopathy, improving patient outcomes and quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in understanding and treating tendinopathy, but this approach aims to provide novel insights and methodologies.
Where this research is happening
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University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Soslowsky, Louis J — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Soslowsky, Louis J
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.