MUSCLE PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

MUSCLE INJURY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the most common cause of tendonitis?
A
repeat stress
B
poor conditioning
C
improper body mechanics
D
all of these
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Tendinitis can be caused by a sudden injury. But repeating the same movement over time is a much more likely cause. Most people develop tendinitis because their jobs or hobbies involve motions that they repeat, over and over. This puts stress on tendons.

Detailed explanation-2: -The chief symptom is pain at the site of the injured tendon, especially during use. The pain may be chronic or it may come on suddenly and feel sharp. Other symptoms include swelling, warmth, tenderness, and redness.

Detailed explanation-3: -Occupations that require repetitive movements of the arms and/or legs tend to increase the risk of developing tendonitis. Some examples include the following: Construction workers must frequently extend their arms away from their body. Carpenters also perform repetitive arm movements, such as swinging their hammers.

Detailed explanation-4: -Achilles Tendonitis. Achilles tendonitis is often caused by overuse, so it is a common injury in runners. Peroneal Tendonitis. Posterior Tibial Tendonitis. 20-Dec-2019

Detailed explanation-5: -Lateral epicondylitis. This is most often known as tennis elbow. Medial epicondylitis. This is most often known as golfer’s or baseball elbow. Rotator cuff tendonitis. This is a shoulder disorder. DeQuervain tenosynovitis. Trigger finger or trigger thumb.

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