stretch apart or move in one direction or another. Tendonitis occurs when the tendons become inflamed. Swelling in the tendons can make movement painful and difficult. Typically, when pain is caused as a result of tendonitis, the pain is isolated at the noted areas of the body. Thismeans that a tennis playermay experience tendonitis in the elbow or shoulder, whereas a runner may be more likely to experience it in the Achilles tendon. In fact, this is why tendonitis in the elbow is frequently referred to as tennis elbow, while Achilles tendonitis is sometimes referred to as runner’s ankles or runner’s heels. Treating Tendonitis The best treatment for tendonitis is time. Unfortunately, this is something that many people are unable to give to an injury. When tendonitis develops, the best thing to do is to use ice and to relax that part of the body. Taking a few days off of practice or away fromyour workout may be sufficient, but in other cases, thismay require a few days in a wheelchair or on crutches, with the bulk of your weight off of the affected area. Workingwith a physical therapist can help you identify the best treatment methods for tendonitis. Your physical therapist can also help you identify the best range of motion and strength-building activities to reduce your likelihood of developing tendonitis. Formore informationabout preventingor treatingpain fromtendonitis, contact us today at our Amherst (716-839-3705) or Clarence (716-634-1578) locations. Relieve Pain In Minutes Try this exercise to loosen stiff legs.
BUTTERFLY ADDUCTOR STRETCH
Sit comfortably on the floor. Bring your feet toward your groin and place the bottoms of your feet together. Actively push your knees on either side of you towards the floor. You will feel a nice stretch along your inner thighs.
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