Tendonitis usually occurs in individuals who have not warmed up enough before doing certain activities such as jogging. A badly warmed athlete can be affected by calcean tendinopathy or rupture his Achilles tendon.
Symptoms of tendonitis
Tendonitis is a lesion that usually occurs in adults. It results in inflammation of the tendons located near their insertion with the bone. When the impact is violent, the tendon can be ruptured. Tendonitis is manifested by pain in the tendons. This pain intensifies when the area is touched or when the patient tries to move the affected part. Tenosynovitis can occur when inflammation reaches the synovial sheath around the tendon. In some cases, tendonitis is accompanied by muscle contracture. It is located on the feet, elbows, shoulders, wrists or knees as well as on the articulated parts.
The
homeopathic treatment of tendonitis consists of administering 5 granules of a particular remedy to the affected person twice a day for 15 days. This remedy varies according to the symptoms. When the tendons are very stiff and very contracted, it is advisable to take Causticum 7 CH, especially if the pain hinders movement. Generally, taking Rhus toxicondendron 5 CH helps to eliminate the feeling of stiffness. If the patient feels pain that can be alleviated by changing the position of the limbs, he or she should take Ruta graveolens 5 CH.
Treatment also varies depending on the location of the lesion. Tendonitis in the ankle area is treated with Ledum palustre 5 CH. To treat tendonitis in the elbow area, it is recommended to take Kali bichromicum 5 CH with Symphytum 5 CH. Ferrum metallicum 5 CH, Sticta pulmonaria 5 CH and Ammonium muriaticum are used to treat tendonitis in the shoulder, knee and wrist respectively. The subject with a swollen tendon should take Hedoema pulegioides 5 CH.
Guaiacum helps relieve feelings of stiffness. To soothe tendonitis associated with muscle contracture, it is advisable to take 2 granules of Magnesia phosphorica 15 CH and Chamomilla 15 CH every hour. Causticum 5 CH also helps relieve stiffness. Treatment may also be prescribed depending on the causes of the tendonitis. Thus, a tendon condition resulting from exertion should be treated with Arnica montana. For tendonitis caused by sudden and violent exertion, it will be advisable to take Rhus toxidendron. Finally, tendonitis due to a sprain can be treated with Ruta graveolens.
When to see a doctor?
It is advisable to consult a doctor when the pain is unbearable or the patient can no longer walk. Signs such as a sensation of tearing or joint instability should also be detected before seeing a doctor. Note that a hematoma observed under the foot may mean a fracture. In addition, the observation of bruising and edema on the affected areas are signs justifying a medical consultation.
