Archive for March, 2007
How to manage Patellar Tendonitis: Tendonitis in the Knee
Saturday, March 31st, 2007Tendonitis in the knee, which is known in the medical world as patellar tendonitis, is a condition caused by inflammation of the tendon between the shin and kneecap.
This is a very important tendon, and when it is inflamed, you will have difficulty using your leg, particularly movements such as kicking, jumping, or riding a […]
Shoulder tendonitis: causes and effective treatments
Monday, March 19th, 2007If you have trouble performing movements involving your shoulder that you normally perform without pain, you may suspect shoulder tendonitis. This is a very common form of injury in athletes.
Tendonitis In The Shoulder: Is This An Athletes’ Problem?
Tendonitis in the shoulder is a common complaint among athletes. This is probably because tendonitis is caused by […]
Tendonitis In The Foot - why it hurts and what you can do about it
Sunday, March 18th, 2007Pain in your foot? It may be tendonitis.
Tendonitis in the foot is an uncomfortable disorder that is experienced by individuals who work hard or have a history of working hard. In addition, tendonitis in the foot is a condition that can be experienced simply through the ongoing aging process.
Additionally, this tendonitis may […]
How to care for Achilles tendonitis
Friday, March 16th, 2007From a news release:
You don’t have to be an accomplished athlete to suffer Achilles tendon injuries. They can occur from performing minor household tasks, such as climbing a ladder. The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) said today that Achilles tendon weakness is common in adults and prompt treatment when symptoms occur can […]
Tendonitis: What symptoms should you be aware of?
Thursday, March 15th, 2007The primary symptom of tendonitis is pain, either sharp, or a dull ache. If the tendonitis is in a limb, you may also have pronounced weakness in the arm or shoulder, for example.
Recognizing and Treating a Tendonitis Symptom
We all put strain on our bodies in some way. Whether through rigorous exercise or if work is […]
Dequervains Tendonitis: causes and treatments
Monday, March 12th, 2007De Quervain tenosynovitis. Finkelstein test draws the tendons of the first dorsal compartment distally and causes sharp local pain when entrapment and inflammation are present.
Here’s a definition of the problem: “The disease is an entrapment tendinitis of the tendons contained within the first dorsal compartment at the wrist, resulting in pain with thumb motion.”
Pain in […]
