Statins are widely prescribed cholesterol-lowering medications with clear heart benefits, but they can occasionally cause side effects, including musculoskeletal pain. One area gaining increasing attention is the link between Achilles tendonitis and statins, including a possible association with Rosuvastatin. As a sports medicine doctor, I see patients who develop unexpected tendon pain while on [...]
Snapping biceps femoris tendon is a rare cause of outer knee discomfort, particularly in active individuals. It refers to a visible snapping sensation around the outside of the knee, typically during repetitive bending movements such as squatting, running, or cycling. While it may be painless initially, biceps snapping can become uncomfortable if left unaddressed. [...]
Biceps femoris tendonitis (also called biceps femoris tendinitis) is an overuse injury that affects the lower portion of the biceps femoris tendon, located near the outside of the back of the knee. The biceps femoris is one of the three hamstring muscles. The muscle inserts on the fibular head just below the outer aspect [...]
Achilles paratenonitis (also known as Achilles paratendinitis) is a common but often under-recognised cause of acute Achilles pain. Unlike Achilles tendinopathy, which involves swelling of the tendon itself, paratenonitis refers to paratenon inflammation. This structure is a thin, sheath-like structure that surrounds the tendon and facilitates its movement. This condition occurs in runners, jumpers, [...]
A quadriceps tendon tear is a significant injury that affects the large tendon connecting the quadriceps muscle group to the top of the kneecap. This tendon plays a vital role in knee extension and overall lower limb function. While it is more common in middle-aged or older adults, it can also occur in athletes. [...]
Gluteus maximus tendonitis is an uncommon but often overlooked cause of buttock pain, particularly in active individuals. The gluteus maximus is the largest muscle in the body and plays a crucial role in powerful movements, such as running, sprinting, or climbing. When the tendon attaching this muscle to the bone becomes inflamed, it can [...]
Pain at the front of the hip is a common condition in elite athletes and active individuals. More common causes of anterior hip pain include hip arthritis, hip impingement, and stress fractures of the femoral neck. A less common cause is rectus femoris tendonitis, which causes pain in the rectus femoris tendon, typically felt [...]
Tendonitis is a common condition that affects the upper and lower body. While most cases of tendonitis will improve with conservative measures, such as modified activity and strengthening exercises, some cases are resistant to these treatments and may require surgery. The Tenex procedure UK is a minimally invasive approach that can potentially replace surgery. [...]
The subscapularis tendon is a vital part of the rotator cuff and is responsible for shoulder movements in overhead sports such as swimming, tennis, or other racquet sports. Injuries to this tendon, whether through tendonitis or acute trauma resulting in a tear, can significantly impact shoulder function in sports. This blog outlines the clinical [...]
Chronic tendonitis can significantly impact daily life and athletic performance. When simple treatments such as modified activity strengthening exercises and shockwave therapy fail, procedures like percutaneous tenotomy offer a minimally invasive alternative to surgery. So what is percutaneous needle tenotomy, and how can it improve tendon recovery? What is percutaneous tenotomy? Percutaneous needle tenotomy [...]
