Tendonitis/Tendinitis is defined by inflammation or irritation of a tendon. Our tendons connect our muscles to our bones. Symptoms of the condition may include pain and tenderness outside the joint that increases with movement. Tendinitis can occur through overuse or repetitive stress placed on the tendon. A tendon is used when a muscle is activated. Tendons insert within joints. Therefore, a tendon may become compressed or impinged within the joint if the structure of the joint is compromised or with repetitive joint movements. Tendons can wear down over time as well, making them more susceptible to injury. Tendinitis can occur to any tendon throughout the body however, some most common areas include:
Upper Extremity:
Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow)
Medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow)
Rotator cuff tendinitis (most commonly-supraspinatus)
De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
Trigger finger
Flexor tendons through the carpal tunnel

Lower Extremity: Peroneal Tendonitis Patellar tendonitis (jumper's knee) Quadriceps (jumper's knee)
Achilles tendinitis

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