Tendonitis Injuries

What Is Tendonitis?

Tendonitis is the inflammation or irritation of a tendon—the thick, fibrous tissue that connects muscles to bones. It commonly occurs when a tendon is overused or subjected to repetitive stress, leading to pain, swelling, and impaired movement. Tendinitis can affect any tendon in the body but is most frequent in areas like the shoulder (rotator cuff), elbow (tennis elbow), wrist, knee (patellar tendon), and Achilles tendon.

Causes And Symptoms

Tendonitis often develops gradually due to repetitive motions, poor biomechanics, sudden increases in activity, or improper training techniques. It can also arise from acute injuries or age-related tendon degeneration.

Common Symptoms Include:

Localised pain and tenderness near the affected tendon
Swelling and warmth around the joint
Stiffness or difficulty moving the joint normally
Pain that worsens with activity or specific movements

Without proper care, tendonitis can progress to tendinosis—a more chronic condition where the tendon tissue degenerates and loses its ability to heal properly.

Why Early Treatment Matters

Ignoring tendonitis can lead to worsening pain, reduced function, and increased risk of tendon rupture. Early diagnosis and treatment are key to controlling inflammation, promoting tendon healing, and preventing long-term damage.

How Reform Clinic Helps

At Reform Clinic, we offer personalised care to treat tendinitis effectively, using a combination of:

Manual therapy to reduce pain and improve tendon mobility
Targeted exercise programs focused on gradual tendon loading to promote healing
Education on movement patterns, activity modification, and injury prevention
Techniques such as dry needling, taping, or bracing to support the tendon
Guidance on managing inflammation and safely returning to sport or work

Our approach balances early loading and activity, helping tendons heal stronger and more resilient, so you can get back to doing what you love without pain holding you back.