Tendinitis

If you are experiencing pain due to tendinitis, the discomfort can make certain tasks challenging and impact your quality of life. Not only that, but it is also important to receive treatment in order to prevent further complications. At Lower Cape Chiropractic in New Orleans, MA, we provide various treatments for sports injuries like tendinitis, which can alleviate your pain and help you return to your active lifestyle.

Understanding Tendinitis

Tendinitis, also referred to as tendonitis, occurs when a tendon that is located between your bones and muscles becomes inflamed. It is most common in the shoulders, wrists, thumbs, elbows, heels, hips, and knees. Repetitive activities like gardening, shoveling, running, playing tennis, and golf can increase your chances of developing tendinitis. Along with that, certain factors like age, profession, and health conditions can also lead to the condition.

Symptoms of Tendinitis

Tendinitis can produce symptoms that range from mild to intense. They can happen suddenly and often last for days or weeks. Specialized treatment and therapy may be required if the symptoms last longer than a few days. However, signs of tendinitis do not damage or permanently alter the bones or joints. Some symptoms of tendinitis include:

• Joint pain and tenderness
• Stiff joints
• Cracking or popping in the joint
• Swelling
• Discoloration
• Limited range of motion
• Pain that becomes worse with movement
• Pain at night

Causes of Tendinitis

Tendinitis can develop due to a variety of causes. Repetitive stress can cause the tendons to become inflamed and painful. Causes can also overlap and increase the intensity of the pain. Our chiropractors can identify the root cause of your discomfort and help provide relief. Some causes of the condition include:

• Muscle strain
• Injury
• Poor posture
• Wear and tear
• Infection
• Soft tissue stress
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Osteoarthritis
• Metabolic disorders
• Medications

Chiropractic Care for Tendinitis

Chiropractic care can be an effective and non-invasive treatment for tendinitis. Some techniques our chiropractors use for tendinitis include the following:

• Chiropractic Adjustments
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Spinal Decompression
• Myofascial Release Therapy
• Heat and Cold Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Spinal Alignment
• Nutritional Counseling

Contact us for an Appointment Today

If you have pain due to tendinitis that is affecting your daily life, let our team at Lower Cape Chiropractic in Orleans, MA, help. We will evaluate your condition and provide the necessary treatment that can reduce your symptoms. To schedule your appointment, call our office at (508) 255-5866 today!