Tendonitis

What is Tendonitis?

Tendonitis consists of the inflammation, irritation, or tearing of tendons. Tendons are strong tissues that connect muscles to bones, and allow for the contraction and use of muscles. 

 

Causes of Tendonitis:

  • Sports injuries or trauma
  • Motor vehicle accidents
  • Repetitive use of a particular muscle group
  • Sudden, sharp movements
  • Poor posture
  • Poor technique when playing a sport

What does Tendonitis feel like?

  • Symptoms of Tendonitis:

    • Pain that worsens as the affected area is used or moved
    • Muscle stiffness
    • Muscle weakness
    • Inflammation, redness, warmth of affected area
    • Grating or crackling sensation when moving affected area

How can Tendonitis be managed?

Treatments for Tendonitis:

  • Physiotherapists will suggest varying exercises to reduce the risk of tendon injuries.
  • Improving ergonomics in the workplace and at home to reduce the damage to tendons caused by repetitive movements. 
  • Physiotherapy with exercises that strengthen, stretch, and increase mobility of tendons  
  • Acupuncture
  • Dry needling
  • Manual therapy
  • Chiropractic therapy 
  • Massage therapy
  • Rehabilitation exercises