Tendinosis/Tendinopathy and Bursitis Flashcards
1
Q
Is inflammation present in tendinosis?
A
No inflammatory response noted.
There is no indication of inflammatory infiltrates.
2
Q
What medications are warranted for tendinopathy?
A
Acetaminophen
NSAIDs
Steroid Injection
3
Q
What should be the initial emphasis when treating tendinopathy? Eccentric vs Concentric?
A
Eccentric Exercise
4
Q
What physical agents may be used for pain reduction?
A
Thermal Agents:
- Cryotherapy
- Thermotherapy
Sound agents
5
Q
What is Bursitis? What are its causes?
A
Inflammation of the Bursa secondary to
- overuse
- trauma
- gout
- infection
6
Q
Signs and symptoms of bursitis?
A
- Pain at rest
- PROM and AROM limited due to pain, but not due to capsular type pattern,
7
Q
Medications used for bursitis?
A
Acetaminophen
NSAIDS
Steroid Injection
