Re: how is tendonitis caused(mainly in musicians) and how is it treated?

Hi Andy

Tendonitis is inflammation of a tendon (the bit of fibrous tissue that 
joins a muscle to a bone). Repetitive contractions of the muscle cause 
repetitive strains on the tendon, and if continued for a long time, will 
result in inflammation (hence musicians tend to develop tendonitis in the 
tendons which control finger movements, as do typists and computer 
keyboard operators, and athletes in tendons which move arms or legs).

The simplest cure is rest until the inflammation has settled, and try and 
avoid repetitive and prolonged movements. This may be impractical in 
professionals, who may have to resort to a combination of strapping for 
support, anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen, or even cortisone 
injections into or around the tendons.

Best wishes

Doc C-P