A tendonitis It is an inflammation of the tendons, caused by repetitive movements, which can cause pain, swelling and reduced movement. Although it is commonly associated with the movement of typing and writing, it is also possible to acquire it when performing physical activities that involve repetitive movements, such as bodybuilding.
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The continuous use, correct or incorrect, of a certain part of the body can cause inflammation in the tendons, which are considered as fibrous tissues responsible for connecting the muscles to the bones and providing the necessary flexibility for the movement.
When there is an overload in the force transmitted by these tissues, inflammation of the region may occur, which usually affects upper areas such as shoulders, wrists and elbows, or lower areas such as knees and ankles.
During the practice of physical activities, incorrect movements or a rapid increase in load or intensity can trigger inflammation in the tendons and cause the famous tendinitis.
If you suspect you may have tendinitis, be aware of the following signs and seek medical help to alleviate symptoms.
- Tendon pain, which usually radiates to other parts of the body;
- Pain that increases in intensity when moving the region;
- Swelling, tingling, redness and increased heat in the affected area;
- Reduced motor coordination and mobility.
Tendinitis can present different stages according to its severity, from acute tendinitis to chronic tendinitis, in which pain is always present.
The inflammatory picture of acute tendinitis presents pain and inflammation, but there is not much limitation to perform activities. However, when it progresses to the last stage and becomes chronic, tissue breakdown may occur and surgery may be required.
Therefore, if after training you felt some pain that did not improve, it could be tendinitis. At that moment, it is important to seek medical help with an orthopedist to assess the extent and severity of the problem.
If the pain is not intense, it is possible to perform light physical activities accompanied by a physical educator, who can make changes to the exercise program. training, such as reducing the load used, number of sets and repetitions, and the addition of isometric exercises, as strategies to avoid the worsening of tendinitis.
