Tendonitis

Physiotherapy for Tendonitis

Physiotherapy is an effective treatment for tendonitis. Tendons connect muscle to bone. Tendonitis is a result of a tendon being inflamed from overuse, injury, infection, or autoimmune disease.

Signs and symptoms:

• Swelling and pain of the joint/tendon
• Reduced range of motion

Causes:

• Minor or major injuries to site
• Overuse injury of joint/tendon
• Incorrect posture
• Infections
• Inappropriate stretching

Where does Tendonitis commonly occur:

• Base of thumb
• Elbow
• Shoulder
• Hip knee
• Achilles tendon

Physiotherapy Objective

Like other forms of inflammation, the main objective is to reduce irritation to the tendon. Common first line remedies include rest, ice, stretching, and topical/oral NSAID use. When symptoms continue, physiotherapy can be a very beneficial modality in reducing irritation to the ligament.

Physiotherapy Treatments:

• Acute injury
  • Range of motion activities
  • Splinting
• Chronic Injury
  • Eccentric Exercises
  • Shock wave
  • Active release therapy

In the hands of a well-trained physiotherapist, patients can dramatically reduce symptoms of pain and inflammation when applied in conjunction with first line remedies.

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Recommended Exercises: Looking for exercises you can try at home? Our guides on Shoulder Pendulum Exercise, Total Body Stretching Program, and Ankle Dorsiflexion Self Mobilization are a good place to start. Always consult your physiotherapist before starting a new exercise program.

Service Areas: Therapia provides in-home tendonitis treatment across the Greater Toronto Area, including Toronto, Etobicoke, North York, and Richmond Hill.