Tendinitis

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Tendinitis is inflammation or irritation of a tendon. Tendons are fibrous connective tissue that joins muscles to bones. Elbow, heel, shoulder, wrist are commonly affected site.

Some common names for various tendinitis problems are:

Tennis elbow

Golfer's elbow

Pitcher's shoulder

Swimmer's shoulder

Jumper's knee

If this problem is severe and leads to the rupture of a tendon, you may need surgical repair. But most cases can be successfully treated with rest, physical therapy and medications to reduce pain.

Why it occurs?

Causes are-

• Injury
• Overuse and repetitive motion

What are the Signs and Symptoms?

• Pain (dull ache) and tenderness around a joint, often worse with movement and activity, can also be present at rest
• Pain at night
• Muscle spasms
• Mild swelling

What can happen if it left untreated?

Tendon rupture leads to surgical repair.