Tenosynovitis of the tendon - inflammation of the outer layer of the synovial membrane of the tendon sheath. This ailment arises in an acute form and without timely begun treatment passes into a chronic form that can lead to disability. Most often the tendons of the long head of the biceps muscle of the shoulder, popliteal muscle and foot muscles become inflamed, since the extremities have the longest tendons.
Tenosynovitis of the long biceps head
This is a fairly common disease among tennis players, swimmers and basketball players, since these sports require repeated execution of movements of the hand or both hands over the head of the athlete. This disease is also called a tenosovitis of the long head of the biceps brachii. Its appearance is associated with overexertion of this muscle and is located in the upper part of the shoulder, it tends to shift to the tendons of the elbow joint. It is manifested by severe pain during palpation and impaired mobility of the entire joint. The disease progresses rather slowly, but with the appearance of the first symptoms it is necessary to begin the correct treatment.
Treatment of the tendon tendon of the long bicep head
In the early stages of the disease, treatment is carried out using a course of medications:
- pain killers;
- anti-inflammatory drugs;
- preparations of local action, which remove puffiness.
Usually, with these three tasks, tablets and ointments of the NSAID group work well:
- Ibuprofen ;
- Diclofenac;
- Dolobien;
- Naproxen and others.
After relief of pain and inflammatory symptoms, physiotherapeutic procedures are prescribed:
- electrophoresis ;
- magnetic and laser therapy;
- ultrasound;
- massotherapy.
Tenosynovitis of the tendon of the extensor of the foot and popliteal muscle
With prolonged physical exertion or trauma to the lower extremities, tenosynovitis of the extensor tendons of the foot and / or tenosynovitis of the tendon of the popliteal muscle can develop. Symptoms of this disease are similar to those of a previous illness. The pain is manifested by palpation, there is a swelling in the site of inflammation. Along with the pain symptom, there is a feeling of tingling and discomfort. Movement of the foot and shin is limited.
With a tenosynovitis of the tendon of the popliteal muscle, the kneecap is visually enlarged. This indicates the presence of fluid in the synovial bag and the onset of the inflammatory process.
It is important to start therapy on time to avoid the transition of the disease into a chronic form. It is necessary to fulfill all the doctor's prescriptions and not engage in self-medication to avoid the development of complications.