Tendonitis
What is Tendonitis
Tendonitis is characterized by pain, inflammation, and swelling in the tendon associated with structural damage of the tissue. Tendonitis is more common in individuals who participate in strenuous activities, such as runners and weight lifters . Tendonitis can also present bilaterally making it difficult to localize the affected tendon. Tendonitis is most often caused by acute or repetitive microtrauma to the affected tendon. Tendonitis presents with localized pain, swelling , warmth , stiffness , redness, restricted ROM , decreased strength, crepitus, and/or loss of active motion at the affected site .
What are common areas of Tendonitis?
Common areas of Tendonitis include tendons of
- The Rotator Cuff
- Achilles Tendons
- Tendons of the hand and wrist
- Tendons of the foot and ankle
Tendonitis is typically treated by non-operative measures including rest, ice, and corrective movements. Tendinopathy can be treated with PRP injections performed by a physician or other trained professional. Tendinopathy responds well to PRP injection treatments when patients are able to continue participating in normal activity levels.
How is Tendonitis diagnosed?
Diagnosis of tendonitis begins with a comprehensive patient history and physical examination to identify patterns among specific tendons that are most likely to be injured based upon age , activity level , previous injury, location, swelling , tenderness, redness , crepitus, and tendon function. Ultrasonography can be used to identify possible causes of tendon pain, including tendonitis.
How is Tendonitis treated?
Tendonitis is typically treated by non-operative measures including rest, ice, and corrective movements. Tendinopathy can be treated with PRP injections performed by a physician or other trained professional. Tendinopathy responds well to PRP injection treatments when patients are able to continue participating in normal activity levels.
QUICK FACTS
- TREATMENT TIME
60 min
- FREQUENCY
Typically once per week
- RECOVERY
You will be able to resume day to day activities. In order to improve tendon healing we recommend no heavy lifting for the first 4 weeks after you begin treatment
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