{"id":989647,"date":"2025-09-05T10:02:11","date_gmt":"2025-09-05T10:02:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/andresilvaosteopata.pt\/2025\/09\/05\/tendonitis-causes-symptoms-and-how-osteopathy-can-help\/"},"modified":"2025-09-05T10:15:30","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T10:15:30","slug":"tendonitis-causes-symptoms-and-how-osteopathy-can-help","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/andresilvaosteopata.pt\/en\/2025\/09\/05\/tendonitis-causes-symptoms-and-how-osteopathy-can-help\/","title":{"rendered":"Tendonitis: causes, symptoms and how osteopathy can help"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"vgblk-rw-wrapper limit-wrapper\">\n<p data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"634\">Tendonitis is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints, affecting both those who play sports and those who perform repetitive tasks on a daily basis. It is characterized by inflammation or irritation of a tendon &#8211; the tough, flexible structure that connects the muscle to the bone, transmitting the force needed for movement. <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"855\">Although it may only seem like a passing pain, tendonitis can become a disabling condition when not properly treated, compromising everything from simple household chores to physical activity.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"895\">What can cause tendonitis?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"1132\">Tendonitis usually results from <strong data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"954\">mechanical overload<\/strong>. This means that the tendon is subjected to more strain than it can cope with, either through repetitive movements, poor posture or lack of adequate recovery. <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1180\">The most common causes include<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1883\">\n<li data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1319\">\n<p data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1319\"><strong data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1222\">Repetitive movements at work<\/strong> &#8211; typing, using a mouse and keyboard, carrying loads, playing musical instruments, among others.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1469\">\n<p data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1469\"><strong data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1372\">Intense or unprepared sports activity<\/strong> &#8211; running, tennis, swimming, bodybuilding and other sports that require repeated technical gestures.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1592\">\n<p data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1592\"><strong data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1501\">Muscle imbalances<\/strong> &#8211; when certain muscles are too tense or weak, the tendons suffer more load.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1724\">\n<p data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1724\"><strong data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1633\">Postural and joint changes<\/strong> &#8211; bad positions maintained over time can create overload in specific regions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1883\">\n<p data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1883\"><strong data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1763\">Metabolic and systemic factors<\/strong> &#8211; diseases such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis or even natural aging can make tendons more vulnerable.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1888\">\n<h2 data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1915\">Most common symptoms<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"2056\">Signs of tendonitis can vary depending on the region affected (shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee, ankle, etc.), but usually include:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2367\">\n<li data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2105\">\n<p data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2105\">Localized pain that increases with movement;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2143\">\n<p data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2143\">Sensitivity to the touch of the tendon;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2192\">\n<p data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2192\">Stiffness and limited joint mobility;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2255\">\n<p data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2255\">Swelling or heat in the affected area (in more acute cases);<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2367\">\n<p data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2367\">Decreased strength, making simple activities such as shaking hands, climbing stairs or lifting objects difficult.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2502\">These symptoms, if ignored, can develop into tendinosis (degeneration of the tendon), making treatment more time-consuming and complex.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2507\">\n<h2 data-start=\"2509\" data-end=\"2544\">How can osteopathy help?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2830\">One of the great advantages of osteopathy is that it doesn <strong data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"2655\">&#8216;t just treat the symptom, but looks for the cause of the overload<\/strong>. When someone comes to the clinic with tendon pain, the aim is not only to relieve the inflammation, but also to understand what caused the tendon to be in pain. <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"2872\">Osteopathic treatment can include<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"3377\">\n<li data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"2967\">\n<p data-start=\"2876\" data-end=\"2967\">Gentle <strong data-start=\"2876\" data-end=\"2896\">manual techniques<\/strong> to relieve muscle tension and reduce local inflammation;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"3048\">\n<p data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"3048\"><strong data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"3006\">Improved joint mobility<\/strong>, reducing compensatory overloads;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3049\" data-end=\"3137\">\n<p data-start=\"3051\" data-end=\"3137\"><strong data-start=\"3051\" data-end=\"3084\">Correction of postural<\/strong> and movement <strong data-start=\"3051\" data-end=\"3084\">patterns<\/strong> that favor tendon wear;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3138\" data-end=\"3262\">\n<p data-start=\"3140\" data-end=\"3262\"><strong data-start=\"3140\" data-end=\"3169\">Personalized<\/strong> stretching and strengthening <strong data-start=\"3140\" data-end=\"3169\">exercises<\/strong>, essential for recovery and prevention of relapses;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3263\" data-end=\"3377\">\n<p data-start=\"3265\" data-end=\"3377\"><strong data-start=\"3265\" data-end=\"3289\">Therapeutic education<\/strong>, helping patients to understand their limits and adopt healthier habits.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3379\" data-end=\"3485\">This joint work helps to make recovery faster, more effective and sustainable over time.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3487\" data-end=\"3490\">\n<h2 data-start=\"3492\" data-end=\"3539\">Prevention: caring for tendons on a daily basis<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3541\" data-end=\"3657\">Prevention is always the best treatment. A few simple measures make a big difference in protecting tendons: <\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3659\" data-end=\"3993\">\n<li data-start=\"3659\" data-end=\"3717\">\n<p data-start=\"3661\" data-end=\"3717\">Take regular breaks during repetitive activities;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3718\" data-end=\"3786\">\n<p data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3786\">Warm up and stretch before playing sports;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3787\" data-end=\"3861\">\n<p data-start=\"3789\" data-end=\"3861\">Respect your body&#8217;s limits and give it time to recover after exertion;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3862\" data-end=\"3922\">\n<p data-start=\"3864\" data-end=\"3922\">Maintain good posture, both at work and at play;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3923\" data-end=\"3993\">\n<p data-start=\"3925\" data-end=\"3993\">Seek specialist help at the first sign of persistent pain.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3995\" data-end=\"3998\">\n<h2 data-start=\"4000\" data-end=\"4014\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4016\" data-end=\"4273\">Tendonitis is a common problem, but it doesn&#8217;t have to be a sentence of pain or limitation. With a careful assessment, an adapted treatment plan and preventive strategies, it is possible to regain functionality and resume a quality active life. <\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4275\" data-end=\"4461\">By looking at the body as a whole, osteopathy is an important ally in this process, helping not only to relieve pain, but also to correct the factors that caused it.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4463\" data-end=\"4634\">\ud83d\udc49 If you have tendon pain or suspect tendonitis, make an appointment for a personalized assessment. The sooner you act, the faster and more effective your recovery will be. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .vgblk-rw-wrapper --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tendonitis is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints, affecting both those who play sports and those who perform repetitive tasks on a daily basis. 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