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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.

Reduced Range Of Motion

One sign of tendonitis is having difficulty moving the affected part of your body. For example, if you are afflicted with tendonitis in your shoulder, you may have trouble lifting your arm over your head.

Pain during Movement

When tendonitis is in its earliest stages, pain and other symptoms may only occur when you are straining the tendon in question. This may be caused by any sort of strenuous physical activity or repetitive motion including sports or work which demands this kind of motion.

Pain

As tendonitis progresses you may find the affected area is painful more consistently, even when not in use. The area might become slightly swollen and even painful to the touch.

Burning Sensation

Many feel a burning sensation in the affected area; usually occurring at night or immediately after engaging in strenuous activity. The best way to prevent this and other tendonitis symptoms is to let the affected area rest.

Other Things To Be Aware Of

One thing to keep in mind is that tendonitis symptoms can be very similar to those of arthritis, bursitis and carpal tunnel syndrome. You should see your physician for a diagnosis if you find yourself experiencing pain or tenderness in a certain part of your body, particularly if this occurs following repetitive use.

Treatment

As with any sort of injury, prevention is the best treatment of all. Preventing tendonitis symptoms from affecting you starts with knowing how this condition can be caused. As the most common cause of this problem is the strain caused by repetitive motion, it is important to refrain from overdoing it. Tennis elbow and other common sports injuries are actually forms of tendonitis, so athletes should be especially vigilant and avoid repetitive motions which can lead to tendonitis.

Prevention

Use ergonomic ally correct furniture and sports equipment while at work and play

Live a healthy lifestyle overall

* Stay within a normal range of motion

Don’t strain your joints by trying to stretch well past your range of motion

Do not place too much weight on any single joint

Treatment

Ice packs or heat to reduce inflammation

Splints or wraps to prevent worsening the injury through continuing to move the affected area

Anti-inflammatory medications

* Ultra sound therapy

Physical therapy

Cortisone injections (in severe cases)

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.

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