Tendonitis is the inflammation of one or more tendons. A tendon is the strong band of tissue that connects a muscle to a bone. When you use too much force on a tendon, it can be more vulnerable to sustaining injuries. Because this is an inflammation, tendonitis typically develops over time as a [Read More]
tendon injury
Tips for reducing the chance of developing tendinitis
Tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, jumper’s knee, and quarterback shoulder -- these are all examples of tendinitis injuries. Tendinitis is an injury of the tendons -- the connective tissues that connect muscles to bones -- that results from repetitive use which can irritate, inflame, or tear the [Read More]
Tendon Tears and Tendonitis Treatments
Tendons are tough bands of tissue connecting muscles to bones. Tendons help transfer force from muscles to allow movement, and they are built to handle a lot of power. Even so, these structures are prone to injury from repetitive movements or extreme force. With appropriate treatment, most tendon [Read More]