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TENDINITIS <Tab/>Tendonitis is an inflammation or irritation of a tendon. A tendon is any of the thick fibrous cords that attach the muscles to the bones. A sheath of tissue similar to the lining of joints usually surrounds tendons. The condition that causes pain and tenderness outside the joint is most common around the shoulders, elbows and knees. Tendonitis can also occur in the hips and the wrists. <…

…amp;amp;middot;<Tab/>Elevation. To reduce swelling, raise the affected leg above the level of your heart. It's especially important to use this position at night. Although rest is a key part of treating tendonitis, long inactivity can cause stiffness in your joints. After a few days of completely resting the injured area, gently move it through its full range of motion four times a day to maintain joint flexibility.