Tendonitis: A Common Overuse Sports Injury

Tendonitis is a common sports injury that often occurs from overuse. Tendonitis can cause deep, nagging pain that is caused by inflammation of tendons. Treating tendonitis consists of rest, medication, physical therapy or changes to equipment or technique.

Common Types of Tendonitis Include:

• Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
• Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
• Achilles Tendonitis
• Shoulder Tendinitis, Bursitis, and Impingement Syndrome
• Rotator Cuff Tendonitis
• Patellar (Kneecap) Tendonitis
• Tendon Injuries and Disorders of the Knee
• Wrist Tendonitis
• Tendonitis (and Overuse Injuries) in Children
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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