Diseases
tendinitis
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Overview
Tendinitis is inflammation or irritation of a tendon — the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone. The condition causes pain and tenderness just outside a joint. While tendinitis can occur in any of your tendons, it's most common around your shoulders, elbows, wrists, knees and heels.
Symptoms
- pain often described as a dull ache, when moving the affected limb or joint
- tenderness
- mild swelling
Causes
- although tendinitis can be caused by a sudden injury, the condition is much more likely to stem from the repetition of a particular movement over time
Risk factors
- risk factors for developing tendinitis include age, working in particular jobs
- or participating in certain sports.
Diagnosis
- physical exam.
- x-ray.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is tendinitis?
Tendinitis is inflammation or irritation of a tendon — the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone. The condition causes pain and tenderness just outside a joint. While tendinitis can occur in any of your tendons, it's most common around your shoulders, elbows, wrists, knees and heels.
What are the symptoms of tendinitis?
pain often described as a dull ache, when moving the affected limb or joint, tenderness, mild swelling
What causes tendinitis?
although tendinitis can be caused by a sudden injury, the condition is much more likely to stem from the repetition of a particular movement over time
Which medicines are used for tendinitis?
indomethacin, meclofenamic acid
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