Tendonitis

You may have heard of the complaint known as tendonitis but it’s possible you do not know just how many variations of this condition there are. Probably the most commonly diagnosed forms is Achilles tendonitis.

In this article we will discuss tendonitis and its causes along with the steps you can take to get rid of it and be well on the way to feeling like your old self again.

What is Tendonitis?

This is a common condition which can result in great discomfort. It occurs when your tendons which attach your muscles to your bones are inflamed. In the majority of cases tendonitis flares up when you have been overusing your muscles in a similar way to how bursitis does, but bursitis is different in that it is a swelling of the sacs of fluid used to cushion your joints.

This extremely common injury more often than not is related to sports and it can take six weeks or more to heal completely. This recovery time is, of course, with the use of proper treatment. If the right treatment is not administered, the pain will get worse and the affected area will take even longer to repair.

This type of injury can also happen at work and be easily mistaken for other conditions so it is worthwhile keeping a look out for the typical symptoms of tendonitis.

By way of treatment, either a brace or a sling may be used depending on the location and the severity of the injury. This will take the pressure off the sore area and allow it to heal whilst it is resting.

If you use the damaged area to earn your living, things can be made very difficult for you. For example, if you work on a computer and you have tendonitis in your hand you are not going to be able to type. Nonetheless, if you do not follow the advice of your doctor and allow the damaged area some rest, it is going to take you much longer to get back to full strength and can even create permanent damage to your hand in some cases.

If you suspect that you may have tendonitis, the first thing you should do is seek medical advice. Your doctor will make a diagnosis of your condition and you will be given a treatment plan to follow. Finding a treatment that works for you may take a little trial and error, but remain patient and you will soon achieve the results you are looking for.