Archive for the 'Body Location' Category
Patellar Tendonitis: “Jumpers Knee”
Wednesday, May 16th, 2007Sore knees? You may be suffering from patellar tendonitis. When a person overuses the knee it can result in patellar tendonitis or “jumper’s knee”.
The patellar tendon is a structure attaching the quadriceps group of muscles to the tibia or shin bone and is also referred to as patellar ligament, and some anatomists believe it [...]
Patella Tendonitis: Sore joints - treatment
Friday, May 11th, 2007Patella tendonitis affects the patella, which is where the shin and the knee bone connect. This condition is often referred to as “Jumper’s Knee”, because it often occurs with sports-related injuries such as basketball. With proper care, patella tendonitis can be treated and help can be readily available to alleviate pain and symptoms.
What’s [...]
Achilles Tendonitis: Coping With It And Finding Relief
Friday, May 11th, 2007Achilles tendonitis can happen to anyone, young or old. If you’ve been hobbling around in extreme pain and your doctor tells you that you have this injury, you’re wondering just what this means. Will you be incapacitated for weeks or months? How do you prevent this injury from recurring?
Achilles Tendonitis - What It Is
The Achilles [...]
Quadriceps Tendonitis
Friday, May 11th, 2007The quadriceps tendons are a large group of tendons which run from under the knee cap and up the front of the thigh. These tendons are some of the strongest tendons in the body.
Quadriceps tendonitis is probably one of the most common types of tendonitis. Because of the every day use these tendons receive a [...]
Bursitis Tendonitis – dealing with it
Tuesday, May 8th, 2007If your joints are red and swollen, you may suspect bursitis tendonitis.
Tendons are the elastic type ligaments that connect muscle to bone. When these tendons break down with use a condition called tendonitis can occur. Tendonitis is an inflammatory condition which can cause pain and limit movement. Sacs of fluid which provide cushioning to the [...]
Biceps Tendonitis - get treatment
Tuesday, May 8th, 2007You use your arms for everything. From eating to writing, to lifting weights, your arms are one of the most essential and powerful tools on your body. That is why it is important to take care of them while they are still working. If you are experiencing biceps tendonitis, it is important to get it [...]
