How to reduce swelling from tendon sheath inflammation.

Written by Guan Jing Tao
Orthopedics
Updated on April 02, 2025
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Suggest local physical treatments, often involving electrical therapy and physiotherapy, along with the use of non-steroidal gels applied topically, all of which can effectively reduce local swelling. It is advised to apply for 10-20 minutes per session, two to three times per day, typically improving swelling and pain effectively within one to two weeks. For recurrent, stubborn tenosynovitis, local injection treatments are recommended when necessary, and if there is no significant improvement, local surgical treatment may be considered. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Can tendonitis be massaged?

Tendinitis refers to the condition where, due to excessive flexing and extending movements, adhesions, exudation, and fibrosis occur between the tendon and the tendon sheath, leading to a local aseptic inflammatory response. This results in symptoms such as pain and limited mobility. When tendinitis occurs, it is important to choose the appropriate treatment based on the symptoms, such as adequate rest, avoiding excessive activity, and using physical therapy and heat applications to reduce local inflammation. If necessary, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs can be used for symptomatic treatment. However, massage does not have a significant effect, and a suitable and systematic treatment approach should be selected based on the symptoms. (The use of medication should be under the guidance of a doctor.)

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How to apply heat to tendinitis

Patients with tenosynovitis can use heat application to improve symptoms and promote recovery. Heat can be applied with a hot towel or a hot water bottle to the affected area for about 10 to 20 minutes at a time, and can be done several times a day. Caution should be taken to avoid burns during heat application. Heat helps promote blood circulation and can play a role in alleviating symptoms of tenosynovitis and aiding in recovery. Additionally, patients with tenosynovitis need to rest and can also use anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications and medications that invigorate the blood and disperse stasis. Treatment can be combined with physical therapy and encapsulation techniques. These methods can be effective in improving symptoms and promoting recovery. When motor impairments occur, surgical treatment may also be necessary. (Please use medications under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Tendon sheath inflammation is what?

Tenosynovitis refers to a non-infectious inflammation of the tendon and its surrounding sheath, caused by repetitive stretching of the tendon. This inflammation can lead to local swelling, exudation, and even adhesions. In severe cases, the sheath may press on the tendon, resulting in symptoms of trigger finger. If tendinitis occurs, the early symptoms are mild and can be treated conservatively, such as with rest, immobilization, topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications, and even localized injection treatments. If symptoms are severe and the compression is significant, surgery may be required to remove the constricting sheath to relieve symptoms. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor)

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How to deal with tenosynovitis?

Tendinitis refers to the condition where the tendon sheath around a tendon becomes inflamed due to chronic strain, resulting in a sterile inflammation that affects the movement of the tendon sheath and causes localized pain symptoms. If the symptoms of tendinitis are mild, one can opt for topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and pay attention to rest to alleviate the symptoms. If the symptoms are severe and cause restricted movement, surgery is recommended to clean and remove the severely affected sheath to relieve symptoms.

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Is tenosynovitis easy to treat?

Tendon sheath inflammation refers to the sterile inflammation of the tendon sheath surrounding a tendon, caused by repetitive activity and friction. This condition can impact tendon movement. In cases of early symptoms, conservative treatment such as rest and the topical application of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can be used to alleviate symptoms. However, if the symptoms are severe and lead to constrictive tendonitis, where the movement of the tendon sheath is obstructed and there is a snapping sensation during movement, surgery may be necessary to remove the constricted tendon sheath and relieve symptoms.