Tendon & Ligament Support (Rehab Adjunct)
Active adults in rehab/prehab for tendinopathy/ligament stress (with physio guidance).
sports-medicine
rehab
connective-tissue
support collagen synthesis around loading sessions
potentially speed return to activity
Core stack
Gelatin or collagen hydrolysate + vitamin C
B
Form: unflavored gelatin or hydrolyzed collagen with ascorbic acid
Dose: 15 g collagen/gelatin + 50 mg vitamin C
30–60 minutes before rehab loading
6–12 weeks alongside structured loading
Why: Randomized crossover study found increased collagen synthesis biomarkers when taken before short loading sessions.
Cautions
- Not a substitute for graded loading
- Ensure adequate total daily protein
Adjuncts
Creatine monohydrate
B
Dose: 3–5 g/day
Any time daily
Notes: Supports training quality and lean mass during rehab (indirect tendon benefits).
Monitoring
- Pain and function scores weekly
- Load progression adherence