I was just diagnosed with Tendonosis in my right shoulder. Has anyone had this, and if so, what did you do to cure it? I'd like to avoid surgery, if possible.
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There are also several sites on which people discuss their experiences. Those might help.
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Hi, K.. There is no cure for Tendonsis. My husband gets a cortizone shot every 3-6 months. Whenever it starts to bother him alot.
Try doing some strengthening exercises on your shoulder.
S.
Well I didn't have mine in the shoulder; I had it in the ankle. It takes weeks sometimes months to heal. Resting it, putting ice packs on it, pain relievers, making sure it doesn't become stiff but don't do any sudden moves for a while, and the worse part is it takes time to heal. If it is real bad you may need a split or a cast but it sounds like you have already seen a doctor so I would think they would have already suggested that if it was very bad. I am sorry I can't offer a quick fix to the problem. It must make it hard if your job requires any lifting. Good Luck!
There are shots for that, I think steroid. A friend of mine had it. She said the shot hurt so bad that she'd rather put up with the pain itself. I don't know if her pain tollerence is low, but you might ask you doctor about it.
Have you tried anti-inflammatories & stretching excerises?
maybe it might be tendonitis? if thats the case:
ibuprofen and rest the shoulder, put it in a sling so that your forced not to use the arm, get all those kids to help around the house, get your partner to baby you, remember we are all delicate creatures!
ps have a great day!
I have never experienced this problem myself but do have mnay problems with my ankles, knees, and back. I have a wonderful physical therapist who was recommended to me by two of my physicians. She's not only a good physical therapist, she's more in tune with your whole body energy, and she's a mom of two as well. It's helped me SO much! She's in Edmonds, don't know if that's far for you but she can find you someone closer too if so. Her name is Lisa Aikens, her business is called Touchstone Manual Therapy. I can get you the number if you can't find it, let me know! Good luck!
K.,
I too havve tendoinitits - I have it in my ankles, my knees and my wrists - I have heard that there is no cure except taking care of your body and strengthing the muscles around it - I was very active all the way through High School and College - but now - being a work from home mom (we run 4 businesses)I don't find enough time to work out. A lot of it is caused by repeted motion - and you will have to figure out what works best for your body - excersise is the most effective for me with a lot of streching. Somebody recomended regenoacare - Having a balenced diet with alot of vitamines will help your body heal itself better unfortunatly in this day and age we need help - alot of the "good foods" are not as good as they used to be so I reccomend supplements- I really liked the regenocare - as long as you do the other products with it - a little expensive - but very worth the price. Most "health" companies offer something similiar - find one that you like the tast and make the investment!I would also love to hear what works for you - I am always trying someing new - espically since mine is in so many joints. Most of the time I just suck up the pain and move on - but that is definatly not the best way to heal!!!
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I am a massage therapist and will give you the "text book" description. "Tendinitis" results from microtearing of the tendon fascicles due to overloading, causing inflammation of the tendon.
Tendinosis describes degeneration changes with overuse. Tissue is inflammed.
Repetitive stress injury, when you keep doing the same movement and overload. This is a real watered down version of description.
Massage can help this condition greatly. Helps with decreasing edema (swelling), decreasing sympathetic nervous system firing (relaxes your body so the nerves are not firing, that fight or flight syndrome), break up any adhesions that may have formed, which could be limiting your range of motions, target the specific tendons and muscles affected. There are various stages, acute to chronic and all can be treated.Stretch shortened muscles, strengthen weak muscles. If you have more questions or would like an appointment, you can contact me, A. Johnson,LMP, Velvet Touch, ###-###-####.
K.,
I would look at the local physical therapy department for help. They may be able to set you up with a weightlifting program that is right for you. It is good to build up the muscles to help your joints function properly. Although I am not a doctor, I do know that you should stay away from Tylenol, Ibuprofen, Aleve, etc. I hope this helps.
M.
