Tendonitis is a condition where the tendons; the fibrous tissue which connect your muscles to the skeletal system are inflamed. If you've ever experienced tendonitis yourself, then you know that tendonitis symptoms can include pain which ranges from mild to severe. The factors which affect the severity of this pain include how much strain is placed on the tendon, whether or not you're adequately hydrated and others, including unconscious movement of the muscles attached to the inflamed tendon. If you're experiencing pain which you are unsure but suspect may be tendonitis symptoms, this article is for you - read on for a few of the characteristic signs of tendonitis.
Restricted Range Of Motion
You may find that a particular area of the body is difficult to move, for instance if you have tendonitis in your bicep you may not be able to bend you arm fully. Alternatively, in the case of shoulder tendonitis you may not be able to extend your arm over your head.
Pain While Moving
In the early stages of tendonitis, symptoms such as pain may happen only when strain is placed on the inflamed tendon. Your tendons can be strained by any repetitive motion or strenuous activity including sports or physically demanding work.
Pain
When your tendonitis progresses, this can cause persistent pain, whether or not you're actually straining the tendon at the moment. You might also experience pain when you touch the area and notice that there is some swelling in the area.
Burning Sensations
Some people have reported a burning sensation around the affected area. Most of the time this type of pain is only felt after strenuous activity or late at night. It is best to rest the area as much as possible to prevent these and other painful tendonitis symptoms.
Other Things To Be Aware Of
It is important to note that tendonitis symptoms closely match symptoms of other disorders. Bursitis, arthritis and even carpal tunnel syndrome. If you notice increased tenderness or pain in a specific area especially after repetitive use, you should see your doctor to determine the cause.
Treatment
The first step in treatment is prevention and to do this you must have a good idea of the things that can cause tendonitis symptoms. For the most part the biggest culprit when it comes to tendonitis is repetitive motion. Tennis elbow, golfers elbow and other sports related tendon problems are all forms of tendonitis. You have to stop the stress if you are going to prevent or treat tendonitis.
Prevention-
Use ergonomic ally correct furniture and sports equipment while at work and play
* Stay healthy
Try not to overextend yourself
* Maintain control of motion, do not just allow things to flop around
* Do not overload a joint with weight
Treatment
Use cold or heat to reduce inflammation
Splints or wraps to prevent worsening the injury through continuing to move the affected area
Anti-inflammatory medications
Ultrasound therapy
* Physical therapy to strengthen the area
* Cortisone injections
* Surgery
Any sort of treatment for your tendonitis symptoms should be done in consultation with your doctor. Since there are other conditions which can cause symptoms which are very similar, see your physician for a diagnosis before seeking any treatment. - 30453
Restricted Range Of Motion
You may find that a particular area of the body is difficult to move, for instance if you have tendonitis in your bicep you may not be able to bend you arm fully. Alternatively, in the case of shoulder tendonitis you may not be able to extend your arm over your head.
Pain While Moving
In the early stages of tendonitis, symptoms such as pain may happen only when strain is placed on the inflamed tendon. Your tendons can be strained by any repetitive motion or strenuous activity including sports or physically demanding work.
Pain
When your tendonitis progresses, this can cause persistent pain, whether or not you're actually straining the tendon at the moment. You might also experience pain when you touch the area and notice that there is some swelling in the area.
Burning Sensations
Some people have reported a burning sensation around the affected area. Most of the time this type of pain is only felt after strenuous activity or late at night. It is best to rest the area as much as possible to prevent these and other painful tendonitis symptoms.
Other Things To Be Aware Of
It is important to note that tendonitis symptoms closely match symptoms of other disorders. Bursitis, arthritis and even carpal tunnel syndrome. If you notice increased tenderness or pain in a specific area especially after repetitive use, you should see your doctor to determine the cause.
Treatment
The first step in treatment is prevention and to do this you must have a good idea of the things that can cause tendonitis symptoms. For the most part the biggest culprit when it comes to tendonitis is repetitive motion. Tennis elbow, golfers elbow and other sports related tendon problems are all forms of tendonitis. You have to stop the stress if you are going to prevent or treat tendonitis.
Prevention-
Use ergonomic ally correct furniture and sports equipment while at work and play
* Stay healthy
Try not to overextend yourself
* Maintain control of motion, do not just allow things to flop around
* Do not overload a joint with weight
Treatment
Use cold or heat to reduce inflammation
Splints or wraps to prevent worsening the injury through continuing to move the affected area
Anti-inflammatory medications
Ultrasound therapy
* Physical therapy to strengthen the area
* Cortisone injections
* Surgery
Any sort of treatment for your tendonitis symptoms should be done in consultation with your doctor. Since there are other conditions which can cause symptoms which are very similar, see your physician for a diagnosis before seeking any treatment. - 30453
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Tom Nicholson has spent years caring for carpal tunnel sufferers. Please click here to find out more regarding having asore wrist.
