Tendonitis Treatment to Relieve Pain & Restore Function

What Is Tendonitis?
Tendonitis is the inflammation or irritation of a tendon—the thick cord that connects muscle to bone. It commonly affects the shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee, and ankle, and is often caused by repetitive motion or overuse during work, sports, or daily activities.

Symptoms of Tendonitis:

• Pain near a joint or tendon

• Swelling or tenderness

• Stiffness and reduced range of motion

• Pain that worsens with movement or activity

Common Types of Tendonitis:

• Rotator cuff tendonitis (shoulder)

• Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)

• Golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis)

• Patellar tendonitis (jumper’s knee)

• Achilles tendonitis (back of the ankle)

• De Quervain’s tenosynovitis (thumb/wrist)

Causes & Risk Factors:
Tendonitis often results from repetitive stress, poor biomechanics, aging, or sudden increases in activity. Occupations or sports involving frequent motion—such as typing, throwing, running, or lifting—can raise the risk.

How Is Tendonitis Treated?
At Orthopaedic Associates of Wisconsin, we take a personalized approach to tendonitis treatment, which may include:

• Rest and activity modification

• Physical therapy and stretching

• Anti-inflammatory medications

• Cortisone or ultrasound-guided injections

• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy

• Tenex® procedure offers a minimally invasive solution

• Surgery (for chronic or severe cases)

Early intervention is key to avoiding long-term tendon damage or rupture.