tendon injury

Torn sinew problem

Tendon injury refers to damage to the fibrous tissue connecting muscle to bone.

Injuries range from mild inflammation (tendinitis) to partial or complete tears.

Common sites include the Achilles tendon, rotator cuff, and elbow tendons.

She's been dealing with a tendon injury in her shoulder for months.

Recovery often requires rest, physical therapy, or surgery depending on severity.

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Achilles · rotator cuff · ligament · muscle · soft tissue · swelling · pain · tennis elbow · jumper's knee · rehabilitation · sports · overuse · sports medicine · healing · brace · physical therapy · physical therapist · MRI scan

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tissue health status

tendon injuryphysical fitness

Body's capacity for exertion

injury type/tissue affected

tendon injuryfracture

Split in hard material

bone fracture · broken bone · nerve injury · sprain · dislocation

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