Tendonitis

Tendonitis: Causes, Symptoms & A Smarter Path to Relief

Tendonitis is a common and frustrating condition that affects athletes and active individuals alike. Whether you're a pitcher, golfer, swimmer, jumper, or tennis player, you’ve likely felt the nagging ache that comes from stressed or overused tendons.

But tendonitis doesn’t just affect athletes—it can impact anyone who performs repetitive movements or experiences postural imbalances. And while traditional treatments often focus on symptom management, Neurosomatic Therapyoffers a more targeted, long-lasting solution by addressing the root cause of the issue.

What Is Tendonitis?

Tendonitis is the inflammation or irritation of a tendon—the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone. The condition typically presents as pain and tenderness just outside a joint, often in high-use areas like the:

  • Elbows

  • Shoulders

  • Wrists

  • Heels

  • Knees

As tendonitis develops, the affected tendon becomes tighter, creating friction and irritation where it meets the bone.

Common Symptoms of Tendonitis

Tendonitis symptoms often come on gradually and may worsen with continued use. You might notice:

  • A dull, aching pain around a joint

  • Tenderness or soreness, especially after activity

  • Minor swelling or stiffness

  • Discomfort that’s worse in the morning or evening

  • Increased pain during repetitive motion (like lifting, gripping, or running)

In severe cases, tendon rupture can occur, requiring surgical intervention—making early and effective treatment essential.

What Causes Tendonitis?

Tendonitis is often thought of as an “overuse” injury, but in many cases, there’s more to the story. Common causes include:

  • Repetitive motion without proper rest or recovery

  • Poor biomechanics and joint alignment

  • Muscle imbalances that overload specific tendons

  • Postural distortions that alter how force is distributed throughout the body

For example, alignment issues in the hips or spine can create compensation patterns that place excessive stress on the elbow, shoulder, knee, or ankle—resulting in tendon strain and inflammation over time.

Why Traditional Treatments Often Fall Short

Conventional tendonitis care typically includes:

  • Rest and ice

  • Bracing or splinting

  • Anti-inflammatory medications

  • Corticosteroid injections

  • In extreme cases, surgery

While these methods may provide temporary relief, they often fail to address the underlying biomechanical issuescausing the tendon to become irritated in the first place.

A More Effective Solution: Neurosomatic Therapy

Neurosomatic Therapy (NST) takes a different approach. Rather than just treating the site of pain, NST looks at how postural misalignments and muscle imbalances throughout the body contribute to tendon stress.

Here’s how we help:

  • We perform a full-body postural analysis to uncover alignment issues and compensatory patterns

  • Apply precise, hands-on techniques to release muscle tension and correct imbalances

  • Use targeted stretching and strengthening exercises to restore proper joint function

  • Help realign the affected joints and tendons to reduce inflammation and promote healing

NST has proven especially effective for those who’ve tried other treatments with limited success. By improving the body’s structural alignment, we help relieve pressure on the tendons—allowing your body to heal more completely and prevent re-injury.

Start Healing From the Source

If you’ve been battling tendonitis and are tired of temporary fixes, Neurosomatic Therapy may be the lasting solution you’ve been looking for.

Call us today to speak with one of our expert therapists and discover how a postural approach to tendonitis can help you feel—and move—better, faster.

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