TENDONITIS

WHAT IS IT?

• It is a condition in which the tissue connecting the bone becomes inflamed.
• It is most common in the knee, shoulder, elbow, wrist or heel.
• It is also known as tennis elbow or swimmer shoulder.

SYMPTOMS:

• Stiffness, swelling, tenderness, weakness, and pain from particular area. Tendonitis can also cause loss of motion.
• It is caused by repetitive minor impact on the affected area, or from a prior injury including incorrect posture, incorrect movements, and overuse.

TREATMENT:

• Resting area
• Ice specific area
• Anti-inflammatory medicine
• Physical therapy
• Surgery (if severe)
• In order for treatment to work, muscle where the tendon is must be built up.

PROGNOSIS:

• With proper treatment, the affected tendon usually completely recovers.
• However, not treating it can make it worse.