Kinetix: Tendinitis & Sports

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Are you an athlete who’s committed to the game? While participation in sports or other athletic activities have obvious physical benefits, they can also pose risks of injury if you are not careful. One of the most common overuse injuries associated with sports is tendinitis, which can cause the affected area to feel painful, stiff, or tight. If you are experiencing pain due to the physical demands of your sport, contact Kinetix PT today to set up a consultation with one of our dedicated physical therapists. What is tendinitis? Tendinitis is a common issue among athletes because it is an “overuse injury,” meaning it develops as a result of exaggerated repetitive motions. While the average person may engage in standard physical tasks such as walking, typing, jogging, etc., an athlete takes repetitive behavior to a new level. For example, a skilled tennis player will run and jump as part of their sport, but he or she will also spend hours every week swinging the racket in a way that may cause damage to the tendons. This could result in added wear and tear on the elbows, wrists, and especially the shoulders.

But how exactly does tendinitis develop?Tendons are what connect the muscle fibers to bone. The tendons are flexible, allowing the body to move more freely, but they also have a limit to their flexibility.Tendinitis occurs when the tendons become inflamed because the tendons have been “stressed” or overused beyond what they could reasonably adapt to. Swelling in the tendons can make movement painful and difficult, as it hinders their ability to stretch and move freely. Typically, tendonitis-type pain occurs in targeted areas of the body that tend to get overused. For example, a tennis player may experience tendinitis in the elbow or shoulder, whereas a runner may be more likely to experience it in the Achilles tendon. In fact, this is why tendinitis in the elbow is frequently referred to as “tennis elbow,” while Achilles tendinitis is sometimes referred to as “runner’s ankles” or “runner’s heels.” A few of the most common sports resulting in tendinitis are tennis, golf, track and field, and swimming.

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