Managing Tendinitis: Forearm, Patellar and Achilles Care

Tendinitis in the forearm or knees requires eccentric exercises and proper nutrition to strengthen connective tissue. Differentiating between tendinitis and arthritis is essential for selecting the correct ice or heat therapy.

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Symptoms of a Torn Tendon in the Big Toe

Torn tendons in your big toe can be the result of turf toe -- the result of excessively bending your big toe upward. Torn big toe tendons also can be the result of stubbing your big toe, spraining your toe or occur in conjunction with a big toe fracture.

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Foot Extensor Tendon Exercises

The extensor tendons are the tendons that run across the top of the foot and attach into the toes. These tendons function to pull the foot upward and work with the resistance of the Achilles tendons, as well as the calf muscles that aid in moving the foot downward.

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Eccentric Exercises for Patellar Tendonitis

Patellar tendinitis affects the tendon that connects your knee cap -- the patella -- to your shin bone, according to MayoClinic.com. The patella is responsible for extension of your lower leg. Patellar tendinitis is frequently seen in athletes who do a lot of jumping, including basketball and volleyball players.

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