GENERAL CONDITIONS
Tendonitis
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Tendonitis is a common condition that occurs when a tendon—the strong, fibrous tissue that connects muscle to bone—becomes irritated or inflamed. It often develops due to repetitive movements, sudden increases in activity, poor biomechanics, or prolonged strain. Tendonitis can affect many areas of the body, with the shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee, and Achilles tendon among the most frequently involved. Symptoms typically include localized pain, tenderness, stiffness, and discomfort during movement or activity.
In the early stages, tendonitis pain may be mild and only noticeable during or after activity. If left untreated, it can progress to more persistent pain, reduced strength, and limited function. Everyday tasks such as lifting, gripping, walking, or reaching overhead may become uncomfortable. Early assessment and appropriate management are important to prevent the condition from becoming chronic or progressing to tendon degeneration.
Physiotherapy is highly effective in the treatment of tendonitis. A tailored rehabilitation program focuses on reducing pain and inflammation while addressing the underlying causes of tendon overload. This may include progressive strengthening exercises, movement retraining, manual therapy, and advice on activity modification. With guided physiotherapy care, most people can expect a gradual return to pain-free movement, improved tendon resilience, and a reduced risk of future injury.
In the early stages, tendonitis pain may be mild and only noticeable during or after activity. If left untreated, it can progress to more persistent pain, reduced strength, and limited function. Everyday tasks such as lifting, gripping, walking, or reaching overhead may become uncomfortable. Early assessment and appropriate management are important to prevent the condition from becoming chronic or progressing to tendon degeneration.
Physiotherapy is highly effective in the treatment of tendonitis. A tailored rehabilitation program focuses on reducing pain and inflammation while addressing the underlying causes of tendon overload. This may include progressive strengthening exercises, movement retraining, manual therapy, and advice on activity modification. With guided physiotherapy care, most people can expect a gradual return to pain-free movement, improved tendon resilience, and a reduced risk of future injury.
