How can I best prevent tendonitis?
March 17, 2024 | 20,00 EUR | answered by Fanni Helbig
Dear Doctor,
My name is Karl Walter and I have been experiencing increased problems with tendonitis recently. I am 45 years old and work as a craftsman, which means that my hands and arms are heavily used on a daily basis. For the past few weeks, I have been feeling pain and swelling in my wrist, especially after strenuous work days. I am concerned that the inflammation could worsen and affect my work.
My question to you is how I can best prevent tendonitis. Are there specific exercises or stretches that could help me? Should I avoid certain movements or are there tools that I could use? I would like to know what measures I can take to alleviate the inflammation and prevent future discomfort.
I look forward to your expert opinion and thank you in advance for your help.
Sincerely,
Karl Walter
Dear Karl Walter,
Thank you for your message and your trust in my expertise as an orthopedist. I am sorry to hear that you are suffering from tendonitis and that these symptoms are affecting your work as a craftsman. Tendonitis is unfortunately not uncommon in individuals who heavily use their hands and arms daily, as is the case in your profession. It is important that we take measures to alleviate the inflammation and prevent future symptoms.
First and foremost, it is important that you regularly rest and relieve your wrists. Try to avoid strenuous activities that could worsen the inflammation. Breaks during work are also important to give your hands and arms time to rest. Additionally, special wrist braces or splints can help stabilize the affected area and reduce inflammation.
There are also specific exercises and stretches that can help strengthen and keep your wrists flexible. For example, you can regularly perform hand and finger exercises to strengthen the muscles and improve mobility. Stretching exercises for the wrists, such as bending and stretching the wrists, can also be helpful in relieving tension and reducing pain.
Furthermore, it is important to pay attention to ergonomic workplace design. Make sure that your work posture and technique are correct to avoid overloading and improper loading. Special tools or wrist supports may help reduce the strain on your joints.
Overall, it is important that you listen to your body's signals and seek professional help if necessary. If the symptoms persist or worsen, I recommend scheduling an appointment with an orthopedist in your area. Further examinations can be conducted there and an individual treatment recommendation can be developed if needed.
I hope these tips help you alleviate your tendonitis and prevent future symptoms. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions. I wish you all the best and a speedy recovery.
Best regards,
Fanni Helbig
