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Tendonitis

Tendonitis - Definition

A tendon is a tough yet flexible band of rope like or fibrous tissue. The tendon is the structure in your body that connects your muscles to the bones. The structure that transmits the force of the muscle contraction to the bone is called a tendon.  There are many tendons throughout your body.  The tendons in your fingers and Achilles heel are two examples.  When a tendon becomes irritated, strained, or overused, tendonitis is the result.   The tendonitis is the direct result of inflammation of the tendon.  Chronic tendonitis can weaken the tendon and lead to a subsequent rupture.

Tendonitis: Treatment options

A combination of treatment options are available but all should include rest and reduced use of the aggravated tendon.   Also, ice is frequently used along with a combination of the options listed below.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

Aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen are commonly used to treat initial symptoms of JRA.  Additionally, Doctors also have prescription forms of NSAID's which can be effective.

Corticosteroids

Steroids like Prednisone or Cortisone are sometimes used to treat the inflammation. Cortisone is injected into the area of concern and the shot can sometimes be quite painful. The side effect most common is a 'cortisone flare' where the injected cortisone crystallizes and can cause a brief period of pain worse than before the shot. This usually lasts a day or two and is best treated by icing the injected area.

Alternative and Complimentary Therapy

The problem with most drugs is that they relieve the pain but do nothing to help prevent the pain from reoccurring.  Many people are seeking out those treatments which can help your condition.  Two of the most widely used supplements are glucosamine and chondroitin.  One of the most successful brand of supplements containing these ingredients is called Free and Easy for People.  It contains quality amounts of chondroitin and glucosamine along with many other ingredients such as MSM and Ester-C.  You carefully weigh the benefits of all treatment options before deciding on a course of action to treat your tendonitis.