Physiotherapy for Tendonitis Symptoms and Problems
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Physiotherapy for Tendonitis
Physiotherapy ultimately aims to improve yourquality of life. The physiotherapy rehabilitationgoals for tendonitis are:
To relieve your symptoms
Maintain or improve your muscle strength
Maintain your overall fitness
Promote injury prevention
Safely return you to your original activities orsports
Physiotherapy Treatment Options for
Tendonitis:
Your physiotherapist may employ a combination of any of the
following:
Immobilization if necessary (e.g. splinting, bandaging, taping)
Cold therapy or cryotherapy (e.g. ice pack, ice massage)
Heat pack
Electrical stimulation / Iontophoresis
Ultrasound / Phonophoresis
Massage
Joint mobilization techniques
Physiotherapy exercises
Suggest brace if necessary
Recommend walking aid if needed
Gait/Walking/Assistive device training
Ergonomic training
Patient education
Suggest work or sport-specific rehabilitation program