Quadriceps tendonitis is inflammation of the tendon of the quadriceps muscle, where it inserts at the top of the patella. Symptoms Pain on contracting the quadriceps when in a straight leg position Tenderness when palpating along the top of the patella, where the muscle attaches to the bone. Stiffness the day after exercise, especially first […]
Quadriceps Tendinopathy Read More »
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is inflammation of the synovium or sheath that surrounds two tendons in the wrist, which attach to the base of the thumb. It is a form of repetitive strain injury which is made worse by sport, or work-related activities. Symptoms Pain (sharp or dull) at the base of the thumb • Feel
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Read More »
Elbow bursitis, also known as Students elbow or Olecranon bursitis, is swelling and inflammation of the bursa at the back of the elbow. Symptoms Pain and swelling over the back of the elbow. Symptoms may come on rapidly from direct trauma, or develop over time with repetitive stress. If the bursa is infected, the skin
Triceps tendonitis (tendinopathy) is an overuse injury, resulting in inflammation or degeneration of the triceps tendon where it inserts into the back of the elbow. Symptoms Pain which develops gradually over time. Symptoms are is felt both at rest and during exercise. Back of elbow will be tender to touch. Limited mobility and reduced strength.
Triceps Tendonitis Read More »
Proximal (Shoulder) Distal (Elbow) When the tendons that connect the biceps muscle to bone become inflamed, this is referred to as biceps tendonitis. Biceps tendonitis can occur at either one of the tendon attachment locations — the shoulder or the elbow. Symptoms Proximal Pain and inflammation at the front of the shoulder. Pain may develop
