Tendinitis is most commonly found in several different areas of the body depending upon the overuse involved. Wrist Tendinitis is a problem that causes pain and swelling around the wrist and is due to the inflammation of the tendon which supports the muscles in the wrist joint. Treatment includes rest and rehabilitation and seldom requires surgery.
Patellar Tendinitis or inflammation of the patellar tendon, is a condition that is often called jumpers knee. It affects the tendons which attaches the patella (kneecap) to the shinbone. Together with the quadricep muscles they allow the knee to straighten and provides strength during extension. It is in this motion that individuals are more at risk to develop tendinitis. Treatment usually consists of rest and anti-inflammatory medications. (4)
Achilles Tendinitis is pain and swelling at the insertion point of the Achilles’ tendon to the heel. Achilles Tendinitis is a common overuse injury in runners and jumpers. It can also be triggered in women who commonly wear high heels and whose tendon becomes shortened, setting them up for an overuse injury. Unfortunately, this common problem can also result in a serious complication, an Achilles’ tendon rupture. When the tendon ruptures the only adequate treatment is surgical repair and the recovery time is significant. (5)
Rotator cuff tendinitis is an inflammation of the tendons which holds together the rotator cuff of the shoulder. More often than not this particular diagnosis can be misdiagnosed. The rotator cuff is a series of tendons which attach the muscles of the upper arm to the shoulder girdle. These tendons enable the upper arm to rotate through the shoulder girdle and a smooth motion. Individuals who use their shoulder frequently and with intensity, such as baseball pitchers or volleyball players, may find that they are at higher risk to develop this condition.
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