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In addition to evaluating factors in the patient's history that are likely to lead to tendinitis, the clinician may use several physical examination procedures.
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What cause's tendinitis?
Achilles tendinitis is caused by inflammation of the tissue surrounding the tendon or by degenerative changes/injuries to the tendon.Achilles tendinitis is often diagnosed in patients in the following situations:Starting training too quickly after a layoffRapid increase in mileage or speedAddition of hills or stairs to programTrauma or injury during trainingOveruseAchilles tendinosis is usually seen in OLDER patients and associated with: ObesityHigh blood pressureDiabetes
What causes Achilles tendinitis?
Achilles tendinitis is caused by inflammation of the tissue surrounding the tendon or by degenerative changes/injuries to the tendon.Achilles tendinitis is often diagnosed in patients in the following situations:Starting training too quickly after a layoffRapid increase in mileage or speedAddition of hills or stairs to programTrauma or injury during trainingOveruseAchilles tendinosis is usually seen in OLDER patients and associated with: ObesityHigh blood pressureDiabetes
What is the prognosis for a patient with tendinitis?
Generally, tendinitis will heal if the provoking activity is stopped.
My knee hurts to walk on and stand on but there is no swelling?
Many conditions can cause the knee to hurt when walking even though no swelling is apparent. It could be arthritis, tendinitis or another disorder that should be correctly diagnosed by a doctor.
Does tendinitis have symptoms?
yes
How do you prevent tendinitis?
we can pr
Can a 10 year old get tendinitis?
yes
Is tendinitis caused by the overuse of a joint?
Yes. It is just possible to have tendinitis due to over use of the joint. Specially when you have poor muscle tone.
What word describes an injured tendon if you have tendinitis?
Inflamed
Is it possible to fully recover from tendinitis of the knee and ankle?
It is possible to fully recover from tendinitis of the knee and ankle but wrong treatment can exacerbate the condition increasing the time for recovery.
What should I do about Achilles tendinitis?
Talk to your physicain and see what you can do to help with your condition. Not to mention you might not have Achilles Tendinitis so it is important to have the proper tests ran to figure out what the problem might be.
What are some home treatments for pain for tendinitis?
Using an ice pack can help alleviate the pain from tendinitis. If the pain does not reduce, then the opposite treatment of a hot compress may be of use.
