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What is Tendonitis?
Tendonitis is swelling or inflammation of a tendon.
Tendonitis Overview - Medline
Click here for a simple overview of tendonitis.
Tendonitis Overview - Cleveland Clinic
This link offers are more comprehensive overview of tendonitis.
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What clinical findings (signs, symptoms,
and test results) indicate tendonitis?
Pain-at the location of the affected tendon, worsens with movement/activity, keeps patient awake at night
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Treatment Options
Treatment depends on the severity of the injury. Treatment options may include:
- Rest—limit activity on the affected area
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications
Click on the following links (from the overview links above) for information specifically on treatment options.
Treatment Overview - Medline
Treatment Overview - Cleveland Clinic
Scroll down to "How is tendonitis treated?"
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