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.

Strained Achilles Tendon Ice Vs. Heat Therapy

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Ramona French

Using cold and heat therapies correctly can help speed the healing of injuries such as a strained Achilles tendon. Using them incorrectly won't cause serious damage, but doing so can increase pain and swelling, rather than reduce them.