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Tendons are uniquely vulnerable tissues. Unlike muscle, they are relatively hypovascular, meaning they receive less direct blood supply. This limited circulation is one reason tendons adapt slowly, struggle to recover from overload, and often become chronic pain points in sport.

Basketball injuries often start at the foot. This article explains why overemphasizing the big toe ignores the true force demands of the game and why training the full plantar system improves stability, durability, and performance.