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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What Are the Treatments for a Torn Tendon?

Because the tendons of the human body connect active muscle tissue to passive bone, they act as shock absorbers that sometimes tear from too much wear. Either a pulled muscle or a tendon strain itself can cause tendon fibers to tear.

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