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Tendonitis
Symptoms of tendonitis
The symptoms of tendonitis basically come down to three points. First, pain or a fixed tender point, generally located around joints or nearby areas, with severe cases possibly exhibiting numbness or tingling. Second, dysfunction, which is due to the stiffness of the joint associated with pain which limits joint movement, and occasionally there is mild swelling of the joint. Furthermore, if the tendon pain reoccurs from the originally damaged site and continues for a long time or recurs, it can lead to stiffness in the joint, subsequently resulting in limited joint mobility. The third point is the inflammatory response; tendonitis has specific signs of inflammation, including redness, swelling, heat, pain, and dysfunction.
What should be paid attention to with tendinitis?
When tendonitis occurs, the first thing to do is to rest and avoid excessive bending and extending of the tendon. Tendonitis is a sterile, chronic inflammation of the tendon due to overuse, which can lead to pain and impaired movement. It is important to avoid excessive bending and loading activities, and some physical therapy, hot compresses, and the topical application of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can be used for symptomatic treatment.