Paul Cramer -MovementSpark

01/13/2026

Most persistent tendon pain isn’t what we were taught it was.

For years, people have been told their tendon pain is due to “inflammation,” that they should rest, stretch, or wait it out. For many, that advice leads to frustration—not resolution.

We now understand that most long-standing tendon pain is better described as tendinopathy.
That means the tendon isn’t broken—but it is struggling to meet the demands placed on it.

Tendons are built to handle load.
They adapt slowly, but reliably, when the right kind of progressive loading is paired with clear education and reassurance.

My goal is to help reduce confusion around tendon pain and movement.
The focus here is education first—helping people understand what’s going on, rebuild confidence in movement, and move forward with a strength-forward approach.

If you’re dealing with Achilles pain or other stubborn tendon issues, I’ve written a clear, evidence-informed guide that explains:
• why tendon pain behaves the way it does
• why pain doesn’t always mean damage
• what actually helps tendons recover long term

👉 movementspark.com/tendon

In-person care is available through 4 Points Health & Wellness in Edmonton.
Educational programs and courses are currently in development.

You’re not broken.
And tendon pain is rarely a dead end.

01/10/2026

Do you have "long term" Achilles Tendon Pain? Please read this -it will be worth while... This changes everything!

Most people with Achilles pain are told they have tendonitis.

But here’s the important shift:

Most long-lasting Achilles pain isn’t tendonitis.
It’s tendinopathy.

Tendonitis suggests inflammation.
Tendinopathy describes a tendon that’s struggling with pain and the demands we put on it.

That difference matters!

When pain lasts weeks or months, research shows inflammation is often not the main driver anymore. What? you mean it's not an inflamed tendon?

Yes, that's what I mean...
Instead, the tendon’s structure, nervous system sensitivity, and capacity all play a role.

This changes everything.

Because if the problem isn’t just inflammation,
then rest, ice, and “taking it easy” won’t rebuild what’s missing.

Achilles recovery becomes more about progressively restoring strength and trust in the tendon.

It becomes -a strength forward approach -realizing that your tendon is actually pretty amazing and with a little organized help, can be retrained to meet the demands you are putting on it.

You can still be active.

We will use pain as a guide to help us along the way, not as a signal to stop what we're doing.

-Tolerable pain that does not get significantly worse = a green light for continued activity.
-Tolerable pain that might get a bit worse with activity= a yellow light for continued activity with caution -perhaps a bit of extra recovery time between activity.
-Higher pain that is worse and worse the next day = a red light for our activity. we have to step back and really look at what is going on.

01/01/2026

Why do tendons hurt—if they’re supposed to be strong? 🤔

Here’s something surprising (and reassuring):

👉 Tendons aren’t fragile
👉 They have few pain receptors
👉 Long-lasting tendon pain is usually not inflammation
👉 Pain doesn’t automatically mean damage

So what’s going on?

Most tendon pain happens when the load placed on the tendon exceeds its current capacity.

In other words:
🏋️‍♂️ Too much, too soon
🔁 Too repetitive without enough recovery
⏳ Strength hasn’t caught up with demand

Pain is often the nervous system’s way of saying:
“Hey—this is more than I’m ready for right now.”

The good news?
✨ Capacity can be rebuilt
✨ Tendons adapt well to the right kind of loading
✨ You don’t have to be “broken” to have pain

Understanding tendon pain changes how we treat it—and why active, strength-based rehab works.

➡️ Next up: what to do when your tendon hurts.

01/01/2026

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12/25/2025

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It's all about Movement

12/17/2025

Build what's strong instead of worrying about what's wrong

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12/16/2025

Latest research on tendon pain gives new hope to people with tendon issues -If you are experiencing persistent tendon pain or know someone who is -have a read. it could be life changing.

For the complete article follow the link in bio

12/08/2025

No experience needed – just bring your energy!
✨ All ages and skill levels welcome!
✨ Make friends, get active, and play hard!

12/05/2025

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09/26/2025

Pricing: Early bird: $445.00 + tax (30 days BEFORE the course date). Includes practice tape at the course, a course manual, and a certificat

09/23/2025

Beyond Tendonitis: A New Path to Lasting Relief

If you’ve been living with tendonitis for months—or even years—you know how discouraging it can feel. Rest, ice, stretches… maybe they helped a little, but the pain always came back. It’s easy to think you’ve run out of options.

The truth? We now know so much more about how to heal tendons than we did even a few years ago. With the right plan, real recovery is possible—even if you’ve been stuck for a long time.

Why Old Approaches Didn’t Work

Traditional treatments focused on short rest periods or generic rehab plans. But tendons heal slowly and need the right kind of load over time—not just weeks, but months. Without that, the pain cycle repeats.

A Smarter Approach

Our program combines the best of today’s tendon science:

Proper assessment with a whole person perspective.

Strategic loading exercises that strengthen tendons instead of irritating them

Alignment and movement coaching so you reduce strain and move with confidence

A realistic 3–5 month plan that gives your body the time it needs to truly rebuild

Why This Brings Hope

You don’t need to settle for managing pain. With the right guidance, tendons can remodel and get stronger—even after years of discomfort.

A better way forward: a step-by-step plan built to restore strength, reduce pain, and help you get back to the activities you love.