How are tendinitis and overuse injuries treated
principles of treatment of tendinitis and overuse injuries
The general principles of management can be remembered with the mnemonic PRICES:
| Primary therapies P — P rotection R — R est I — I ce C — C ompression E — E levation S — S upport | Secondary therapies P hysical modalities R ehabilitation I njections C ross-training E valuation and reevaluation S alicylates and steroids |
Treatment of soft tissue injuries with early control of pain and inflammation is critical. Sustained inflammation decreases soft tissue healing and leads to gradual deconditioning and functional disability. With acute problems, relative rest is important. Ice is an effective antiinflammatory in the first hours after an injury. Heat is often preferred after the acute injury. Orthotics, splinting, braces, or taping may be used to facilitate protected motion.
