Tendonitis is the inflammation, irritation, and swelling of a
tendon. It can occur as a result of injury, overuse, or with aging
as the tendon loses elasticity. Any action that places prolonged
repetitive strain on the forearm muscles can cause tendonitis. The
most common symptom of tendonitis is pain, tenderness, and the
increase of pain with movement.
Review Date: 07/22/2010
Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of
Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of
Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director,
A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
