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Tendinitis

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

Tendinitis (ten-din-I-tis) is a swelling and irritation of a tendon, the tissue that connects muscles to bones. It may occur in the shoulder, elbow, heel, or hamstring (leg muscle). With treatment, you should be well in about 6 weeks.

Causes

The problem can be caused by many things, including injury, over-exercising, poor posture, and certain diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.

Signs/Symptoms

You'll have pain, tenderness, and swelling around the affected tendon. You may also notice weakness in this location.

Care

Follow the directions listed below.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO

  • Use a sling or splint for a few days until the pain decreases.
  • Apply ice to the injury for 10 to 20 minutes each hour for the first 1 to 2 days. Put the ice in a plastic bag and place a towel between the bag of ice and your skin.
  • After the first day or two, you may apply heat to the injury to help relieve pain. Use a warm heating pad, whirlpool bath, or warm, moist towels for 10 to 20 minutes every hour for 48 hours.
  • You may use nonprescription medications such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen to relieve the pain.

Call Your Doctor If...

  • The pain and swelling increase.
  • You develop new, unexplained symptoms.
  • You develop a high temperature.
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