Tendonitis Treatment in Sturgis
Tendonitis is the inflammation or irritation of a tendon — the tough, fibrous bands of tissue that connect your muscles to your bones. It can develop in virtually any tendon in the body, though the elbows, wrists, knees, shoulders, and heels are the most commonly affected areas. Tendonitis is typically caused by overuse, repetitive movements, or a sudden increase in physical activity, and if left untreated, it can progress into chronic pain and lead to secondary injury. At Key City Chiropractic & Acupuncture, Dr. Jerrid Goebel treats tendonitis naturally and effectively, without drugs, steroid injections, or surgery.
Common Types of Tendonitis
- Shoulder tendonitis (swimmer’s or pitcher’s shoulder): Inflammation of the rotator cuff tendons causing a dull, aching pain that may extend into the upper arm, worsen at night, and limit range of motion
- Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis): Pain on the outer side of the elbow that can radiate down toward the wrist, caused by stressed and inflamed forearm tendons
- Golfer’s elbow and pitcher’s elbow (medial epicondylitis): Pain on the inner side of the elbow that may spread into the forearm and wrist, resulting from inflammation where the forearm tendons attach to the inner elbow
- Jumper’s knee (patellar tendonitis): Pain near or just below the kneecap where the patellar tendon connects the kneecap to the shinbone, commonly affecting basketball and volleyball players
- De Quervain’s tenosynovitis: Pain near the base of the thumb triggered by wrist or hand movements, often from gaming, racquet sports, or repetitive gripping
- Achilles tendonitis: Pain at the back of the heel or just above it, frequently seen in runners who increase training intensity or distance too quickly
Symptoms of Tendonitis
The hallmark symptom of tendonitis is pain in the tissues surrounding an affected joint — pain that often worsens with movement and may ease with rest. The area may also feel weak, appear red or swollen, and feel warm to the touch. Symptoms vary depending on which tendon is involved, but early evaluation is important since tendonitis rarely resolves on its own without some degree of care and activity modification.
Chiropractic Treatment for Tendonitis
At Key City Chiropractic & Acupuncture, Dr. Goebel uses a combination of chiropractic adjustments and supportive therapies to reduce inflammation, break up scar tissue, and restore normal function to the affected tendon and surrounding structures. Resting the injured area is an important part of recovery, and chiropractic care helps speed up the healing process significantly. Treatment may include:
- Chiropractic adjustments: Targeted to the affected joint to restore proper alignment and reduce compensatory strain on the tendon
- Low-level laser therapy: Anti-inflammatory treatment that supports tissue repair at the cellular level
- Electrotherapy: Gentle electrical stimulation to reduce pain and promote healing in the affected tendon
- Adhesion and scar tissue release: Hands-on soft tissue techniques to break up adhesions that restrict mobility and impede blood flow to the area
- Anti-inflammatory supplement recommendations: Evidence-based nutritional support to complement in-office care
- Rehabilitative exercises: Customized stretching and strengthening programs to restore function and reduce the risk of recurrence
Schedule Your Appointment
If joint pain, weakness, or tenderness is keeping you from doing what you enjoy, contact Key City Chiropractic & Acupuncture in Sturgis today to schedule an evaluation with Dr. Goebel and find out how chiropractic care can help your tendonitis heal naturally.
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