Tendinopathy is the umbrella term for pain and swelling in a tendon. It is usually as a result of overusing a tendon's capacity to be able to deal with demands that an individual places on it.

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It is often as a result of a sudden change in load to the tendon such as training - increasing distance ran, uphills, increased typing, change of footwear.

 

Tendinopathy can also be related to rheumatological conditions, metabolic disorders such as Diabetes and certain types of medication. 

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Treatment involves managing the load that tendon is being placed under and prescribing a individualised progressive strengthening programme to increase the tendon's capacity to exercise. Other modalities such as massage can help to reduce pain. 

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