Tendonitis treatments?

Rest and Protect The AreaTendonitis treatment must begin by avoiding aggravating movements. This may mean taking a break from a favorite activity for a period of time, but this is a necessary step to allow the inflamed tendon to heal. It is also recommended in tendonitis treatment to try alternative activities; for example, if you are a runner who is experiencing knee pain due to tendonitis, try incorporating swimming into your workout schedule. Often a splint or brace will be prescribed to help protect the area.Apply an Ice PackIcing the area of inflammation is an important aspect of tendonitis treatment.The ice will help to control the inflammation and decrease swelling. By minimizing inflammation and swelling, the tendon can return to its usual state and perform its usual function.Take Anti-Inflammatory MedicationsNonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) include a long list of possibilities such as Ibuprofen, Motrin, Naprosyn, Celebrex, and many others.Tendonitis treatment can be improved by these medications that will decrease pain and swelling. Be sure to talk to your doctor before starting these medications.Cortisone InjectionsIf the symptoms of tendonitis are persistent, an injection of cortisone may be considered. Cortisone is a powerful anti-inflammatory medication, but instead of being given by mouth, it is injected directly to the site of inflammation. This can be extremely helpful for situations that are not improved with rest.Not all types of tendonitis can be addressed with cortisone injections! For example, Achilles tendonitis is rarely injected with cortisone because of concerns about possible rupture of the tendon.To prevent the return of tendonitis symptoms:Strengthening and Physical TherapyProper strengthening technique can help you avoid tendonitis by using your muscles in a safe, more efficient manner. For example, patients with rotator cuff tendonitis can learn ways to move the shoulder that will not cause inflammation. Do not begin exercises until the inflammation of tendonitis has resolved!Take BreaksAlternate repetitive tasks with breaks to relieve stress on the tendons. Don’t perform one activity continuously for hours at a time. For those with exercise-related tendonitis, try to vary your workouts to relieve the repetitive stress of one exercise activity.Protect the TendonsSome patients who have chronic tendonitis will find relief by protecting the affected area when performing certain activities. For example, wrist splints can be worn while gardening, or Chopat straps (patellar tendonitis) can be worn while playing sports.The steps listed above are usually adequate tendonitis treatment, and most patients have resolution of their symptoms. Learning to avoid activities that may cause a tendonitis flare-up can also be important.Tendonitis due to underlying conditions such as arthritis and gout are more difficult to treat and recur more frequently. The best management in these situations is to do your best to avoid flare-ups of gouty attacks or arthritic episodes, and to avoid activities which you have learned cause tendonitis.

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Common sense is the best treatment for tendonitis, the most common injury in athletes over the age of 40. If you are a runner experiencing knee tendonitis, give the knee a rest. If you are a golfer with “tennis elbow,” give it a rest. Tendonitis treatment must begin by avoiding aggravating movements. Along with rest, traditional tendonitis treatment includes non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, orthotics, cortisone injections, icing the inflamed area and conventional physical therapy.Some experts in the treatment of tendonitis recommend physical therapy and tendonitis, although it’s best to begin that treatment after the inflammation has subsided. In fact, if you learn how to properly exercise and move in a way that does not cause inflammation, you will effectively speed up your tendonitis treatment progress.Learning proper strength training techniques may prove invaluable in your tendonitis treatment, but it’s important to know when to take breaks. Even in your day-to-day life, make sure to alternate repetitive tasks instead of working continuously on the same task for hours on end. Effective tendonitis treatment also depends on using your common sense. Your doctor may prescribe medications found to be effective in the treatment of tendonitis. Some of the most common tendonitis treatment medications include acetaminophen.Acetominophen including Tylenol®, Panadol®, Exdol® is appropriate treatment for mild to moderate cases of bursitis. As a pain reliever with no anti-inflammatory properties, acetaminophen is often prescribed with anti-inflammatory medications.Make sure to consult with your doctor since acetaminophen as a tendonitis treatment option may cause liver damage if you overdose.Other medications used for tendonitis treatment are NSAIDs including those available over-the-counter such as ibuprofen (Motrin IB®, Advil®, Aspirin® and Anacin®).Some of the NSAIDs available for tendonitis treatment by prescription only include nabumetone (Relafen®), naproxen (Naprosyn®), indomethacin (Indocid®), piroxicam (Feldene®) diclofenac (Voltaren®) and sulindac (Clinoril®).These drugs are often used in the treatment of tendonitis since they help control the swelling of tendonitis as well as decrease the pain and stiffness. However, it’s not the best tendonitis treatment option for some people who cannot tolerate the side effects to NSAIDs. Some of the side effects include kidney disease, heartburn, ulcers and bleeding. In conclusion, some of the most common tendonitis treatment options include everything from simple solutions such as rest or immobilization of the affected area to medication, many of which have severe side effects, to control pain.If you have tendonitis, your treatment will vary depending on the cause of your tendonitis. Always consult a physician if choosing medication as part of your tendonitis treatment.

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When I was diagnosed with tendinitis, my doctor told me to take 3-4 ibuprofen(Advil/Motrin) 3 times a day. This helped tremendously with the inflammation and swelling. I have had it in my wrist and in my foot.

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stay away from NSAIDS and steroids or you will pay the price,these are very dangerous medicines, since this is an alt medicine place i suggest a quality fish oil product like Rx-omega 3 by Natural Factors. It is an anti inflammatory just like the above medicines but there are NO SIDE EFFECTS. You could go for accupuncture. I had tendonitis 8 years ago. Doc gave me prescription for a nsaid. i said that i do not take medicines. he laughed. i threw the prescription away and went to accupuncture…3 treatments in 10 days and the pain has never come back….NEVER

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i was diagnosed with tendonitis almost 5yrs ago ,i got perm. laid off frm job-not trying to scare you.i was tool & die 4 13yrs. now i am press oper.pain pills,and no use of arms was only way ,also lots of time. no power tools,lawnmower,anything that vibrates,must have patience and help from others.

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A decent, natural anti-inflammatory, such as curcumin would be worth a try. Also black cherry concentrate can work for some people. My father has uses it for arthritis.

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nothing to do but to rest…the pills are for the pain only

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I was dignosed ten years ago and have tried many different alternative meds and treatments for my tendonitis. I take glusocamine and MSM daily. I wear the magnetic bracelets and go to accupunture. For quick pain relief I use Montana Arnica (it’s cheap and no harmful side effects) I have tried the AMA modalities and prefer natural remedies, not all work for me. Each person should be willing to try them and see which ones are best for them.

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my doctor gave me steroids,but man i ate alot when i was taking them.it did help!! and no pain medicine.it was in my left hand area.very painful.good luck.

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massage therapy can help or even bring about a fast healing, but sometimes massage can irritate it if the right treatment is not used. Try Triflora Gel made by Borike and Talfel and regular arnica montana gel or creme. both are homeopathic topical applications which address pain, infalmation, and dammaged muscle and other connective tissues. together, they work wonders on pain and often help with healing by reducing excessive inflamation and the muscle holding associated with pain. Ice gel packs are great for flare ups of intense pain, contrast packs with Ice for 3 min and heat for one min are good for chronic or sub acute pain, and heat can be nice for mildly chronic issues in the muscle, joint and tendon. often doctors dont offer too much self care advice, but if you have massage therapy benefits in health insurance, he/she could write a massage prescription, and that would be a great start to recovery. Have him take a smaller dose.