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.

My Left Achilles Tendon Hurts Right After I Wake Up

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Molly McAdams

There are two common reasons that may explain why your left Achilles tendon hurts first thing in the morning -- injury or positioning. If you participate in sports or are physically very active, you may have an overuse tendinopathy -- a condition that causes micro-tearing of fibers in the tendon.