Tendon Pain

What is a Tendon?

A tendon is a strong, yet flexible band of tissue that connects muscle to the bones in your joints. Tendons and muscles work together to create a pulling force that enables you to move your joints. This allows you to bend, walk, jump and move in many different ways.

A healthy tendon makes this motion easy and pain free. When tendons are damaged, movement in a joint, such as the knee, can be very painful and limit your range of motion.

What Causes Tendon Pain?

Tendon pain in the knee, Achilles, elbow or foot may be caused by a number of factors including:

• Trauma - Damage to the tendon from a hit, twist or pull on the joint
• Repetitive motion - Damage to the tendon from overuse in work, exercise or activity

In each of these situations, the tendon tissue breaks down and eventually forms a scar.

The minimally invasive, outpatient procedure is performed through a small incision. The interventional radiologist then uses ultrasound guidance to target the exact location of the painful soft tissue and remove it using a minimally invasive technique. Most people return to normal activities and regain their active lifestyles within six weeks.

If you are experiencing tendon pain, this procedure may be for you. 

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